Bailey Ashford
1873–1934 (age 61)
U.S. Army physician
Biography
Bailey Ashford was a dedicated U.S. Army physician whose medical career from 1873 to 1934 was marked by his commitment to improving public health, particularly in Puerto Rico. His service to the military and civilian populations demonstrated the highest ideals of medical practice and humanitarian concern.
Ashford's contributions to tropical medicine and public health in Puerto Rico earned him recognition as a physician of exceptional skill and dedication. He was laid to rest at Puerto Rico National Cemetery, an honor befitting his service to his country and the people he treated.