Sosthenes Behn
1882–1957 (age 75)
Business Executive
Biography
Sosthenes Behn built bridges across continents through his vision for global communications, transforming nascent telephone networks into far-reaching systems that connected people and commerce. He approached business with a sense of civic responsibility, believing that innovation should uplift workers and customers alike.
Behind the entrepreneurial achievements was a man devoted to philanthropy and thoughtful leadership, guided by the belief that progress must be shared. His presence at Arlington National Cemetery honors a lifetime of ingenuity and the enduring impact of his service to both industry and nation.