Justyn Narbutt
1773–1845 (age 72)
Biography
Justyn Narbutt dedicated himself to preserving the heritage of the Grand Duchy by collecting chronicles, curating manuscripts, and writing histories that kept alive the story of Lithuania and its neighbors. He traveled widely to consult with archivists and fellow historians, insisting that the past must inform how citizens met the challenges of the present.
His efforts earned him respect among scholars of his day, and visitors to Rasos Cemetery recall the historian whose meticulous work helped safeguard a complicated legacy.