Eugene Beauharnais Payne
1835–1910 (age 75)
Military Officer
Biography
Eugene Beauharnais Payne answered the call to duty during the Civil War, rising through the ranks of the Union Army to become a respected officer of men in the field. His leadership in infantry operations helped secure key positions and earned the confidence of his comrades.
After the conflict he remained connected to the military community, supporting veterans and remembering the cost of freedom. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery, where his dedication to country is honored.