Learn About Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary School
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There were two Dr. Gustavus Richard Browns. They were father and son. The elder Dr. Brown was born in Scotland. He came to Maryland in 1708. He worked as a physician in the Nanjemoy area of Charles County. Brown was also a judge.
His son, the more famous Dr. Brown was born in Charles County on October 17, 1747. The school was named after him. He, too, was a physician, who practiced across southern Maryland and in Virginia. Like his father, he too was a judge. Dr. Brown was called to the bedside of President George Washington during his last illness.
Dr. Gustavus Richard Brown, Jr. was known to be a skillful gardener. He is also described as a scholar, a wise philosopher, a patriotic citizen, a generous friend, an elegant gentleman, and a hospitable neighbor.