Samuel J. Harris Jr.

1896–1920 (age 24)

Biography

Samuel J. Harris Jr. faced the trials of the early 20th century with courage, representing the spirit of service that defines Arlington’s honored dead. His life spanned pivotal moments in American history, and his final resting place reflects the gratitude of a nation.

Visitors to Arlington can pause at Harris’s name to remember a young man whose devotion carried him through challenging times.

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