Samuel Fallows (1835–1922) was an English-born American clergyman, educator, and author who led a distinguished career spanning religious leadership, public service, and military duty. Born in England, he immigrated to the United States, where he eventually became a prominent figure in both civic and ecclesiastical spheres. During the American Civil War, Fallows aligned himself with the Union cause, serving initially as a chaplain and later transitioning to an active military officer. His wartime service culminated in his promotion to the rank of brevet Brigadier General.\n\nFollowing the war, Fallows dedicated himself to education and religious administration. He served as the ninth Superintendent of Public Instruction for the state of Wisconsin, championing educational development in the region. His religious career was equally influential; he joined the Reformed Episcopal Church and served as its Presiding Bishop for three decades, from 1877 until his death in 1922.\n\nThroughout his life, Fallows was an active lecturer and writer, contributing to the religious and educational discourse of his era. His diverse experiences as a military leader, public official, and high-ranking churchman informed his various writings and public addresses, making him a notable intellectual voice in late nineteenth and early twentieth-century America.
