Charles Henry Land

Biography

Charles Henry Land, born in 1847, quietly navigated the sweeping changes of post‑Civil War America with a steady commitment to his family and community. He was a devoted husband and father who, through a lifetime of honorable work, sought to balance personal responsibility with thoughtful civic engagement.

As the country entered the twentieth century, Charles took particular pride in seeing the next generation flourish, and he cherished the friendships he formed across New York’s growing neighborhoods. He passed peacefully in 1922 and rests at Woodlawn Cemetery, leaving behind those who remember his steadfast presence and gentle guidance.