Joseph Green Tilford

Biography

Joseph Green Tilford was born in 1828 and pursued a path of military service that spanned decades of American history. Known for his disciplined approach and steady hand, he provided a model of professionalism in every assignment.

Tilford’s career as a military officer left a lasting legacy of mentorship and dedication, and Arlington National Cemetery serves as the fitting resting place for someone whose life was defined by unwavering loyalty to his post and his country.