Lloyd Milton Brett

1856–1927 (age 71)

Military Officer

Biography

Lloyd Milton Brett (1856–1927) rose through the ranks with a reputation for calm judgment and personal bravery, guiding troops through difficult campaigns and offering quiet assurance to those under his command.

His service reflected the highest ideals of the profession, and his memory is honored at Arlington National Cemetery.

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