Royall T. Wheeler

Royall Tyler Wheeler (August 23, 1810 – April 8, 1864), sometimes referred to as Royal Tyler Wheeler, was an American judge who became Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court. Between 1857 and 1860, he was the first head of the Baylor Law School. He is the namesake of Wheeler County, Texas, and its county seat.

Royall T. Wheeler
Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court
In office
1857–1864
Personal details
BornAugust 23, 1810
Vermont
DiedApril 8, 1864(1864-04-08) (aged 53)
Washington County, Texas
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