Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet

Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet was a 19th-century American educator dedicated to helping deaf people. He founded the American School for the Deaf in 1817, aiming to provide education and communication opportunities for those with hearing impairments. Inspired by efforts in Europe, he believed that deaf individuals could learn and participate fully in society. Gallaudet’s work was crucial in developing methods like sign language for education. His efforts laid the foundation for deaf education in the United States, promoting inclusion, communication, and independence for people with hearing loss.