Charles A. Ott Jr.

1920–2006 (age 86)

Biography

Charles A. Ott Jr. devoted more than four decades to the United States Army, earning respect for a calm leadership style and the way he steadied the men and women under his command through moments of uncertainty. His steady judgment and commitment to service forged a legacy of professionalism that endured long after he retired his uniform.

In Santa Barbara he found the same sense of community he had championed in uniform, partnering with veteran groups, sharing his experience with younger leaders, and celebrating the values of duty and honor in everyday life.

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