The Life of Daniel Webster

The Life of Daniel Webster

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Daniel Webster is a well known name in the political circuit and he has managed to create a legacy by contributing to the development of the United States. He was born on January 18, 1782 at West Salisbury, Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States. He served in various capacities in the US. He was a politician and prominent American orator. Daniel Webster was a lawyer before the U.S. Supreme Court and he also served as Congressman, Senator, Secretary of state and other important roles in US political space.

Early stage

Daniel Webster was born to Abigail and Ebenezer Webster and he grew up along with nine siblings. The family was basically involved with farming on a piece of land that was granted to his father. At much early stage of life, Webster’s father noticed that he is an intelligent boy and that he is not meant for farm life. His father made sure to give him good education which paved the path for his phenomenal growth. Having successfully graduated from Dartmouth College in the year 1801, he soon joined as an apprentice with lawyer Thomas W. Thompson in Salisbury.

In the year 1804, Webster got an offer in Boston to serve under Christopher Gore, a well known attorney in the region. This was the turning point of Webster’s life and acted for the stepping stone for his success. Gore was known to actively take part in national and international politics and Webster learned a lot of political and legal issues during this period.   

       

Political inclination

Webster developed strong inclination for politics and his stunning speeches made him a prominent personality in the locality. He soon was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in the year 1812 which marked the beginning of his political career. At this point of time, he successfully managed his political and legal career well. He won a seat in the U.S. Senate in the year 1827. He also ran for presidency in the year 1836 and in the year 1840 he became the secretary of state under President William Henry Harison.

Later, the presidency was taken over by Tyler including all party members and Webster made the bold decision to resign from the post. Again, he became the secretary of state under President Millard Fillmore. Daniel Webster died on October 24, 1852 at Marshfield, Massachusetts after he fell from a horse while riding.

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