Charlemagne Tower Sr.
1809–1889 (age 80)
Diplomat/Businessman
Biography
Charlemagne Tower Sr. combined diplomatic acumen with business insight to navigate complex ties between nations and to guide ventures that bridged continents. His careful negotiations and sense of practical opportunity served the young republic well as it reached outward into the wider world.
When not abroad, he supported local initiatives and welcomed young men aspiring to public service, leaving a legacy of measured courage and refined courtesy. His remains lie in Waterville Cemetery, where his contributions continue to inspire those who appreciate calm wisdom in public life.