Crawford Long was an American surgeon born on November 1, 1815, in Danielsville, Georgia. He is best known for being one of the first to use anesthesia during surgery. In 1842, he used ether to perform a painless operation to remove a tumor from a patient's neck, marking a significant advancement in medical practices. Long's contributions to medicine were largely unrecognized during his lifetime, and he did not receive widespread acknowledgment until later. His work laid the foundation for the use of anesthesia in surgery, influencing future medical procedures and improving patient care. His legacy is celebrated in the field of anesthesiology.