William Chetwood

Biography

William Chetwood (1771–1857) lived an exceptionally long life of 86 years, spanning from the Revolutionary War era through the mid-nineteenth century. His extended lifespan allowed him to witness the transformation of the young United States into an established nation with growing industrial and social complexity.

Chetwood's burial at Evergreen Cemetery marks his final resting place in the community he inhabited. His remarkable longevity in an era when such extended lifespans were less common reflects his resilience and endurance through nearly nine decades of American history.