Gustavus H. Scott

Biography

Gustavus H. Scott (1812–1882) was a naval officer whose long service included the decades before, during, and after the Civil War. He held a variety of commands, helping to safeguard the nation’s coasts and nurture the professional standards of the officers he oversaw.

Scott’s commitment to duty and to mentorship of younger officers left a lasting impression on those who served with him, and his grave in Arlington National Cemetery honors a life devoted to the navy and to the protection of the republic.