Johannes Eduard Beissenherz

1823–1912 (age 89)

Biography

Johannes Eduard Beissenherz devoted decades to the Danish military as an officer, training recruits with discipline tempered by encouragement and ensuring that drills respected the dignity of every soldier.

He balanced leadership with quiet care for the welfare of his men, and his service is commemorated at Garnison Cemetery among the banners of the garrison he once served.