Ernest H. Van Fossan

1888–1970 (age 82)

Military Officer

About Ernest H. Van Fossan

Ernest H. Van Fossan (1888–1970) lived to age 82. They were a military officer. Born in Lisbon. They are buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

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