David Herbert Donald
1920–2009 (age 89)
Historian
Biography
David Herbert Donald was a preeminent historian whose scholarly works on American history, particularly his definitive biographies of Abraham Lincoln and other historical figures, earned him widespread recognition and respect. His meticulous research and eloquent writing set the standard for historical biography and advanced public understanding of American history.
Donald's contributions to historical scholarship remain invaluable resources for students and scholars alike. He is remembered as a master historian whose dedication to accuracy and insight illuminated some of the most important chapters of American history.