Morrison Waite

Biography

Morrison Waite was born in 1816 and, through a distinguished legal career, rose to serve as Chief Justice of the United States. During his fourteen-year tenure, he sought to steady the Court’s voice in a nation still grappling with the aftermath of the Civil War while honoring the rule of law with careful, deliberate judgments.

His steadiness brought reassurance during contested times, and he is remembered for the thoughtful guidance he offered the Court, resting now at Woodlawn Cemetery where visitors may reflect on his devotion to justice.