Samuel Prescott Hildreth (1783–1863) was a pioneer medical doctor, scientist, and historian, writing numerous scientific and historical works. His history books are largely based on first-person accounts and primary documents, providing insight into the early settlement of Marietta, Ohio, and the Northwest Territory and the lives of early pioneers.
- Occupation
- physician, historian, politician, meteorological observer
- Position held
- Ohio state representative
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- September 30, 1783
- Died
