James L. Baldwin

1921–1979 (age 58)

Military Officer

Biography

James L. Baldwin, born in 1921, entered military life during a time of new global responsibilities, and he responded by helping to lead troops through rigorous training and complex operations. His attention to detail and respect for every soldier bolstered morale during demanding deployments.

Baldwin's legacy lies in the standards he set for preparedness and the personal encouragement he offered young officers, and he now rests at Arlington National Cemetery.

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