Charles Ravenscroft Greenleaf

1838–1911 (age 73)

Military Officer

Biography

Charles Ravenscroft Greenleaf served his country during the Civil War and continued to demonstrate leadership in the years that followed. He carried himself with honor as he worked to guide younger officers and support the corps’ missions.

Beloved by his comrades for his calm judgment, he remained connected to the military community until his death. His grave at Arlington National Cemetery keeps his name among those who upheld the Union during its most perilous years.

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John Rodgers Meigs
1841–1864 (age 23)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Philip Kearny
1815–1862 (age 47)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Robert F. Kennedy
1925–1968 (age 43)
Arlington National Cemetery
United States Senator and Attorney General, assassinated during his presidential campaign in 1968.
Arthur Henry Dutton
1838–1864 (age 26)
Arlington National Cemetery
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James Ord
1789–1873 (age 84)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Lovell Rousseau
1818–1869 (age 51)
Arlington National Cemetery
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