Auteur: Rutherford B. Hayes

Rutherford Birchard Hayes, known more prominently for his political career, served as the 19th President of the United States from 1877 to 1881. Though not primarily an author in the traditional sense, Hayes contributed to American literature through his presidential writings and correspondences, most notably his « Fourth State of the Union Address,  » which encapsulated his perspectives on the state of American affairs and his administration »s policies. Born on October 4, 1822, in Delaware, Ohio, Hayes was an articulate orator and a keen advocate for civil service reform and the protection of human rights, particularly the rights of African Americans during the Reconstruction Era. A graduate of Kenyon College and Harvard Law School, Hayes »s keen intellect and formal education were evident in his writings, which were characterized by their clarity, conciseness, and commitment to Republican values. Although his literary output was not vast, his speeches, including the annual Union Addresses, served as significant historical documents, shedding light on the challenges of governance during a time of national healing post-Civil War. With a scholarly style that was both persuasive and methodical, Hayes »s contributions to the written record of American history provide valuable insights into the era in which he led the nation.