Stephen R. Hanmer

1910–1973 (age 63)

Military Officer

Biography

Major General Stephen R. Hanmer brought honor to his military service through steadfast dedication to duty and the men and women under his command. His career embodied the discipline and resolve expected of those who defend the nation’s freedoms.

Hanmer’s calm demeanor and thoughtful guidance left an impression on every unit he led, instilling a sense of purpose that endured long after his retirement. Arlington National Cemetery now stands as a place of reflection for the life he so faithfully devoted to others.

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