Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk
1934–2004 (age 70)
Biography
Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk rose through the ranks with a commitment to duty and a strategic mind that inspired the men and women under his guidance. His career as a military officer reflected a steady resolve and a belief that leadership meant nurturing courage and mutual respect.
Even in retirement, he remained attentive to the well-being of his comrades, ensuring that the values he upheld in service continued to influence the generations that followed.