Robert Webster Cary

1890–1967 (age 77)

Military Officer

Biography

Robert Webster Cary embraced the responsibilities of a military officer with a sense of purpose rooted in patriotism and resolve. His steady demeanor, thoughtful judgment, and commitment to professional excellence inspired those who served beside him.

His legacy endures among the honored dead at Arlington National Cemetery, a place of remembrance for the honorable service he rendered to the nation.

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