~ 1794 - 1865
Edward Everett was an American politician, diplomat, and orator born on April 11, 1794, in Dorchester, Massachusetts. He served as the governor of Massachusetts, a U.S. senator, and the U.S. Secretary of State, and was known for his extensive ability in public speaking, particularly his oration at the Gettysburg Address ceremony, where he spoke for over two hours. Everett was also a significant contributor to the educational and literary landscape of his time, serving as president of Harvard University from 1846 to 1849. He passed away on January 15, 1865.