Herbert Wolcott Bowen

Biography

Herbert Wolcott Bowen’s diplomatic career reflected a deep respect for thoughtful negotiation and international friendship, as he represented American interests abroad with both firmness and courtesy. His work helped build bridges between nations during critical moments in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

He returned home with a lifelong dedication to civil service and now rests at Woodstock Hill Cemetery, where travelers pause to recall a statesman devoted to reasoned dialogue.