Cornelius Springer Hamilton

Biography

Cornelius Springer Hamilton lived during a transformative period in American history, witnessing the nation's expansion and the tensions that would lead to civil conflict. Though details of his life remain limited, his final resting place at Congressional Cemetery reflects his connection to the nation's capital during the nineteenth century.

Hamilton's legacy, like many of his contemporaries, is preserved in the historical record through his burial at one of Washington's most significant cemeteries, a site that honors those who played roles in the nation's development during the antebellum and Civil War era.