William Henry Furness Jr.

Biography

William Henry Furness Jr. (1827–1867) lived during a transformative period in American history, witnessing the nation's expansion, the rise of industrialization, and the Civil War. Born in 1827, he came of age during the antebellum period and lived through the conflict that reshaped the nation.

Furness's forty years of life were lived during one of America's most dynamic and challenging centuries. His interment at Mount Auburn Cemetery reflects the respect accorded to members of established families who participated in the life of their communities during this pivotal era.