Burns Tracy Walling

1855–1938 (age 83)

Military Officer

Biography

Burns Tracy Walling was an officer whose technical skill matched a deep devotion to mentoring the sailors and officers who trusted his judgment.

He carried that dedication into retirement and now rests with fellow guardians of liberty at Arlington National Cemetery.

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