Daniel Clark

Biography

Daniel Clark emerged as a trusted merchant and civic figure during the formative years of New Orleans, working to sustain commerce and to strengthen civic institutions in a city balancing French, Spanish, and American influences. His efforts helped steady trade and nurture the civic life that made the city resilient.

He passed in 1813 and was laid to rest in Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1, leaving behind a reputation for integrity and a dedication to serving the common good.