Henry Johnson

1850–1904 (age 54)

Military Officer

Biography

Henry Johnson, who lived from 1850 to 1904, served the nation faithfully through years of change, answering the call to duty whenever his country required a steady hand. His devotion to the ideals of military service earned him the admiration of his peers and those who depended on his leadership.

Today his grave at Arlington National Cemetery offers a place for reflection on the quiet bravery that marked his career and the sacrifices made by countless officers like him.

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1783–1857 (age 74)
Arlington National Cemetery
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1841–1864 (age 23)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Arthur Henry Dutton
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Arlington National Cemetery
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Robert F. Kennedy
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Arlington National Cemetery
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Arlington National Cemetery
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Charles Wilkes
1798–1877 (age 79)
Arlington National Cemetery
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