Franklin F. Flint

Biography

Born in 1821, Franklin F. Flint witnessed the nation’s young promise deepen through decades of change, offering steady presence in an era of conflict and reconstruction. He moved through a lifetime shaped by civic responsibility, cherishing the friendships and communities that sustained him during times of challenge.

As the century drew to a close, Flint’s enduring respect for duty resonated with those who knew him, and his memory rests now at Fort Sheridan National Cemetery, a quiet testament to the values he upheld.