Edward Shepherd Creasy
1812–1878 (age 66)
Biography
Edward Shepherd Creasy combined his judicial duties with a passion for history, bringing scholarly clarity to both his courtrooms and his writings. His account of decisive battles introduced many to the sweep of world events, and he approached each subject with a judge's careful reasoning.
He died in London, leaving a reputation for integrity, thoughtful scholarship, and a lifelong devotion to illuminating the past for the benefit of the present.