Adna R. Chaffee Jr.

1884–1941 (age 57)

Military Officer

About Adna R. Chaffee Jr.

Adna R. Chaffee Jr. (1884–1941) lived to age 57. They were a military officer. Born in Junction City, they died in Massachusetts General Hospital. They are buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

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