Thomas D. Finley

1895–1984 (age 89)

Military Officer

Biography

Thomas D. Finley devoted his life to the Army, bringing his talents to bear in training environments and operational commands alike.

He cherished the bonds of camaraderie forged in barracks and battlefields, always ready to offer encouragement and a steady hand when challenges arrived.

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