William Gaston a Southern Federalist of the Old School and His Yankee Friends--1778-1844.

The article presents a biography of the early American politician William Gaston. Details are given mapping his early family ancestors in North Carolina during the colonial era and through the U.S. Revolution. An overview of Gaston's life is given, highlighting several prominent periods including his career as a lawyer and Congressman for his state. Particular discussion is given concerning his political alignment with Federalism and his Northern associates.