Augustus P. Blocksom

1854–1931 (age 77)

Military Officer

Biography

Augustus P. Blocksom, born in 1854, served the Army through the sweeping changes of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, helping to guide soldiers as America assumed new responsibilities on the world stage.

Respected for blending tactical skill with compassion for the men in his charge, he now rests at Arlington National Cemetery as the nation honors his thoughtful command.

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