Edwin De Haven
1816–1865 (age 49)
Naval Officer/Explorer
Biography
Edwin De Haven was a distinguished naval officer and explorer whose career advanced American maritime knowledge and exploration during the nineteenth century. Born in 1816, he served with distinction in the United States Navy and participated in important expeditions that expanded geographical understanding of remote regions.
De Haven's contributions to naval service and exploration reflected the spirit of discovery that characterized his era. His professional achievements and dedication to maritime advancement earned him recognition among his contemporaries, and his legacy continues to be remembered as part of American naval history.