Daniel Russell Brown
1848–1919 (age 71)
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Biography
Daniel Russell Brown governed with a steady hand and a belief that public service is a solemn trust. He sought to carry Rhode Island forward through thoughtful policies and a determination to hear the voices of all citizens.
His leadership left a lasting imprint on the state’s institutions, and even now those who walk through Swan Point Cemetery find inspiration in his example. Daniel’s life reminds us that fairness and humility are enduring strengths for any public servant.