John W. Boutwell

1845–1920 (age 75)

Military Officer

Biography

John W. Boutwell devoted his life to military service, shaping his career around the principles of honor and courage. He was a steady presence in the Army, guiding his men with a calm assurance during times of transition.

His contributions were recognized by those who served alongside him, and Arlington National Cemetery now holds him in remembrance of a career lived in faithful service.

Did you know John W. Boutwell?

Help us tell their story. Share a memory, upload a gravestone photo, or correct any details.

Also buried at Arlington National Cemetery

Jonathan Letterman
1824–1872 (age 48)
Arlington National Cemetery
Jonathan Letterman (1824-1872) was a Canonsburg-born physician who pioneered battlefield medical care and was buried at ...
John F. Kennedy
1917–1963 (age 46)
Arlington National Cemetery
The 35th President of the United States, assassinated in Dallas, Texas. His eternal flame marks his grave at Arlington.
Alexander Brydie Dyer
1815–1874 (age 59)
Arlington National Cemetery
Alexander Brydie Dyer (1815-1874) was a Richmond native and military officer laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery...
Charles Wilkes
1798–1877 (age 79)
Arlington National Cemetery
Charles Wilkes (1798-1877) was a New York City-born explorer and naval officer interred at Arlington National Cemetery.
Joseph B. Plummer
1816–1862 (age 46)
Arlington National Cemetery
Joseph B. Plummer was a Union officer who died in the Civil War at age 46.
Philip Kearny
1815–1862 (age 47)
Arlington National Cemetery
Philip Kearny was a renowned Union general known for his aggressive tactics in the Civil War.

Other notable military officers

Hiram B. Granbury
1831–1864 (age 33)
Granbury
Hiram B. Granbury was an American Confederate general who served during the Civil War and was killed in battle.
James Hamilton
1786–1857 (age 71)
Avery Island
James Hamilton was a Charleston-born military officer and brother of Alexander Hamilton.
Boston Custer
1848–1876 (age 28)
Woodland Cemetery
Boston Custer was a Union Army officer and younger brother of the famous General George Armstrong Custer.
Major Andre Andrews
1792–1834 (age 42)
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Major Andre Andrews was a military officer who lived in Cornwall from 1792 to 1834.
Ulric Dahlgren
1842–1864 (age 22)
Laurel Hill Cemetery
Ulric Dahlgren was a Union cavalry officer from Bucks County who served during the American Civil War.
John Bell Hood
1831–1879 (age 48)
Metairie Cemetery
John Bell Hood (1831-1879) was a Confederate general from Owingsville buried in Metairie Cemetery.