Paul L. Bates
1908–1995 (age 87)
U.S. Army officer
Biography
Paul L. Bates distinguished himself as a U.S. Army officer and leader, committed to ensuring dignity and opportunity for the soldiers under his command. He is remembered for his courageous guidance and careful attention to the welfare of his troops during some of the nation’s most trying times.
Paul’s name lives on through the many lives he shaped, and his burial at Arlington National Cemetery symbolizes the enduring gratitude of a grateful nation.