Emilie A. Gratiot

Biography

Emilie A. Gratiot lived through the early decades of the nineteenth century, experiencing the growth and development of the young American nation. Her life from 1792 to 1862 spanned nearly seven decades of American history, witnessing tremendous social and political transformation.

Gratiot's memory is preserved at Calvary Cemetery, a testament to her place in the community and the era in which she lived. Her long life reflected the resilience and endurance characteristic of her generation.