Leland Devore
1889–1939 (age 50)
Military Officer
Biography
Leland Devore combined his formidable athletic gifts with a calling to military service, graduating from West Point and embracing the challenges of leadership with vigor. His athletic discipline translated into the rigorous standards of an Army officer, where he mentored younger soldiers through both training and hardship.
Devore’s career reflected a commitment to building strong units and fostering resilience, qualities that continue to be remembered in Arlington National Cemetery as part of a proud martial tradition.