Gouverneur Morris

1752–1816

Nationality: American

Historical Period: The 18th Century

Morris was a lawyer and diplomat during the American Revolution and early years of the Republic. He was supporter of a strong, centralized government which would be dominated by those well-born. He served as Minster to France 1792-94 and the diaries he kept of this period are a useful historical record of the time.

Quotes from Gouverneur Morris:

• Gouverneur Morris on the proper balance between commerce, private property, and political liberty

Titles from Gouverneur Morris:

• Author: The Diary and Letters of Gouverneur Morris, 2 vols.
• Author: The Diary and Letters of Gouverneur Morris, vol. 1
• Author: The Diary and Letters of Gouverneur Morris, vol. 2
• Author: To Secure the Blessings of Liberty: Selected Writings