Charles Henry Oldfather
1887–1954 (age 67)
Biography
Charles Henry Oldfather (1887–1954) was a distinguished classical scholar and professor whose tenure at the University of Nebraska shaped the study of ancient history for generations. As chair of the Classics Department he guided students through Greek and Roman worlds with clarity, and his translations and writings made venerable texts accessible to a broader audience.
His devotion to scholarship and teaching left a mark on the academic community; even after his passing his careful research and mentorship continue to inspire historians and classicists.