Homer Litzenberg

1903–1963 (age 60)

Military general

Biography

Homer Litzenberg (1903-1963) attained the rank of general through dedication, insight, and a genuine concern for the soldiers he commanded. His burial at Arlington National Cemetery marks the esteem in which he was held by peers, subordinates, and the strangers whom his leadership touched.

He balanced tactical rigor with heartfelt care, making sure each decision counted for those who followed him into some of the nation’s most challenging moments. The values he championed—courage, integrity, and service—remain a testament to the power of purposeful leadership.

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