Lyal A. Davidson

1886–1950 (age 64)

Military Officer

Biography

Lyal A. Davidson spent a lifetime as a military officer committed to the values of duty and respect. He guided his units through periods of transformation with a patient focus on training and preparedness, encouraging every Sailor and Soldier to uphold the highest standards.

In retirement he remained an ever-present advocate for the importance of service and remembrance. His interment at Arlington National Cemetery stands as a tribute to the many ways he shaped the fabric of the armed forces.

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