by Clarence S Brigham. 1900. 16p

Amos Perry, born on August 12, 1812, in South Natick, MA, and passing away on August 10, 1899, in New London, CT, was a distinguished figure in education and history. He graduated from Harvard in 1837 and received honorary degrees from Brown University and Griswold College. Throughout his career, he served as a principal of schools, a Diplomatic Agent in Tunis, and the Secretary of the Rhode Island Historical Society, where he advocated for public education, authored historical works, and revitalized the Society. Perry is remembered for his enthusiasm, dedication, and significant impact on education and historical preservation.