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John Christian Bullitt was a prominent lawyer who drafted the Philadelphia City Charter of 1885, which reformed and modernized the city's government structure.
The Bullitt Building, named after John Christian Bullitt, is a historic structure located at 1318 Chestnut Street and was once the headquarters of the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society.
He was a key figure in the establishment of the University of Pennsylvania Law School, contributing to its development and prestige.
Bullitt was a founding member of the American Bar Association, helping to shape the standards and practices of the legal profession in the United States.
The Bullitt family has been influential in Philadelphia's history, with John Christian Bullitt's descendants continuing to play significant roles in the city's cultural and civic life.
