Lewis Armistead

Biography

Lewis Armistead was born in 1817 and lived during a transformative period in American history. His life spanned the antebellum era through the Civil War, a time of profound national change and challenge. Though details of his personal life remain limited, he was part of the communities that shaped Maryland's history during the nineteenth century.

Armistead's life ended in 1863, during the tumultuous years of the American Civil War. He was laid to rest in Old Saint Paul's Cemetery, where his memory is preserved alongside others from his generation. His existence reflects the experiences of those who lived through one of the nation's most significant historical periods.