Adelbert Rinaldo Buffington

1837–1922 (age 85)

Military Officer/Engineer

Biography

Adelbert Rinaldo Buffington (1837-1922) forged a career as both military officer and engineer, helping to modernize ordnance and fortifications with ingenuity born of battlefield experience and technical skill.

He is honored at Arlington National Cemetery among comrades whose professional contributions advanced the capabilities and safety of the armed forces.

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