Famous People

Chester A. Arthur (1829 - 1886) The 21st President of the United States (1881-1885). He was also the 20th vice-prsident of the United States and was a lawyer. Born in Fairfield, VT (581)

Orson Bean (1928 - ) American film, television, and stage actor; Also known for his numerous appearances on game shows. Born in Burlington, VT (585)

Calvin Coolidge (1872 - 1933) The 30th President of the United States (1923-1929); Gained a reputation as a small-government conservative. Born in Plymouth, VT (589)

Thomas Davenport (1802 - 1851) Inventor; He patented a device for "Improvements in propelling machinery by magnetism and electromagnetism" in 1837. Born in Williamstown, VT (586)

John Dewey (1859 - 1952) American philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer whose ideas have been influential in the United States; He also was a leading person in the progressive movement in the U.S. Born in Burlington, VT (587)

Stephen A. Douglas (1813 - 1861) Politician famous for his debates with Abraham Lincoln. Born in Brandon, Rutland County, VT (591)

Ralph E. Flanders (1880 - 1970) American mechanical engineer, industrialist, and Republican Representative from Vermont. Born in Barnet, VT (592)

Elisha Graves Otis (1811 - 1861) Inventor of the first safe elevator; Founded the Otis Elevator Company. Born in Halifax, VT (593)

Rudy Vallee (1901 - 1986) Famous American singer, actor, bandleader, and entertainer. Born in Island Pond, VT (588)

Henry Wells (1805 - 1878) An American businessman and founder of Wells Fargo and Co. Born in Thetford, VT (584)

Brigham Young (1801 - 1877) 2nd President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) that led the first white settlers to Utah and founded Salt Lake City. Born in Whitingham, VT (579)