Samuel Hoar

1778–1856 (age 78)

Photograph of Samuel Hoar

Biography

Samuel Hoar was a distinguished American statesman and legal figure of the early 19th century. His career was marked by public service and a commitment to the principles of law and justice during a formative period in American governance.

Hoar's contributions to American civic life were substantial, and his legacy is preserved in the historical record of his time. He was laid to rest in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, a place of honor for many notable Americans.