Mark Matthews
1894–2005 (age 111)
Buffalo Soldier veteran
Biography
Mark Matthews, one of the storied Buffalo Soldiers, exemplified resilience and pride as he served in the United States Army and became a living bridge between a proud martial tradition and the changing hopes of a new century.
He cherished the friendships forged in uniform, shared the tales of his experiences with younger generations, and in his later years welcomed commemorations that honored the service of African American soldiers now enshrined at Arlington National Cemetery.