David Wills
American lawyer
Died when: 63 years 264 days (764 months)Star Sign: Aquarius
David Wills (February 3, 1831 – October 25, 1894) was the principal figure in the establishment of the National Cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.As a result of his efforts, the Gettysburg Address was given by Abraham Lincoln.
Wills was Lincoln's host while in Gettysburg, and the Gettysburg Address was completed in the large upstairs bedroom occupied by the President during his brief stay in the town.
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