Charles Sutherland

1829–1895 (age 66)

Military Officer

Biography

Charles Sutherland, born in 1829, devoted much of his life to military service, upholding the traditions of duty and honor as he served his country through uncertain times. His fellow officers admired his steady leadership, his discipline, and the empathy with which he guided younger soldiers through demanding campaigns.

He passed away in 1895 and now rests at Arlington National Cemetery, where visitors may recall his courage, commitment, and the dignity with which he fulfilled his role as a Military Officer.

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