Ellen Maria Colfax

Ellen Maria Colfax was the wife of Schuyler Colfax, who served as Vice President of the United States from 1869 to 1873 under President Ulysses S. Grant. She is notably recognized for being the last second lady to give birth while her husband was in office, welcoming their son, Schuyler Colfax III, in 1870. Ellen's role as second lady was marked by her commitment to her family and her involvement in the social events of the time.