I feel, as never before, how justly, from the dawn of history to the present time, men have paid the homage of their gratitude and admiration to the memory of those who nobly sacrifice their lives, that their fellow-men may live in safety and in honor.

While in Constantinople Everett acquired a number ancient Greek texts which are now in the Harvard archives. Diplomatic service
After leaving office in January 1840 Everett traveled in Europe with his family for several months. Return to Harvard
With the Democrats in power Everett was out of office.

Everett a Whig served as U. Representative U. S.