Edward Sigerfoos

1868–1918 (age 50)

Military Officer

Biography

Edward Sigerfoos dedicated his life to the service of the United States Army, demonstrating steady leadership across multiple assignments before the Great War drew him back to the forefront of troop readiness. A West Point graduate, he earned admiration for his thoughtful planning and quiet strength as he moved through the ranks to brigadier general.

When the American Expeditionary Forces arrived in France, General Sigerfoos helped ready units for combat and inspired confidence among the men he commanded; his untimely death from illness shortly after his arrival underscored his willingness to share the hardships of those he led.

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