Edward White Robertson

Biography

Edward White Robertson (1823–1887) represented Louisiana in both the state legislature and Congress, tending to levee improvements, education, and veterans’ affairs with a steady hand and a calming presence. He combined his training as a physician with a talent for legislation, hoping to cure the divisions left by war while lifting up the state’s citizens.

He rests in Magnolia Cemetery, where his leadership through turbulent years is cherished by those who recall his thoughtful service.