DeWitt Peck

1894–1973 (age 79)

U.S. Marine Corps officer

Biography

DeWitt Peck, born in 1894, served as a U.S. Marine Corps officer with a fierce loyalty to the Corps' motto and the Marines under his command. He was known for blending tactical readiness with personal concern for the young men and women who trained with him.

Peck's leadership was an anchor during times of change, and he remained a devoted advocate for Marine Corps families long after his active duty ended. His grave at Arlington National Cemetery stands as a testament to a life shaped by courage and duty.

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