Alexander R. Bolling

1895–1964 (age 69)

Military Officer

Biography

General Alexander R. Bolling served with distinction across multiple decades, guiding soldiers through the tumult of global conflict with a calm, thoughtful approach. His steady leadership earned the trust of those he commanded and shaped the strategies of the Army in pivotal moments.

The impact of Bolling’s work continued long after his service, leaving a legacy of professionalism that endures in the Army’s ethos, and his resting place in Arlington honors a life of significant contribution to national defense.

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