Thomas Wilson

1832–1901 (age 69)

Military Officer

Biography

Thomas Wilson served as a dedicated military officer during a time of great national challenge, offering steady leadership and a commitment to duty that earned him the respect of his peers.

He spent his later years honoring the ideals he defended in uniform, and his burial at Arlington National Cemetery stands as a testament to his lifelong service.

Also buried at Arlington National Cemetery

John F. Kennedy
1917–1963 (age 46)
Arlington National Cemetery
The 35th President of the United States, assassinated in Dallas, Texas. His eternal flame marks his grave at Arlington.
John Rodgers Meigs
1841–1864 (age 23)
Arlington National Cemetery
John Rodgers Meigs was a Union Army officer killed in action during the Civil War at age 23.
John Aaron Rawlins
1831–1869 (age 38)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Philip Kearny
1815–1862 (age 47)
Arlington National Cemetery
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Joseph A. Mower
1827–1870 (age 43)
Arlington National Cemetery
Joseph A. Mower (1827-1870) was a Woodstock resident and military officer buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
Charles Wilkes
1798–1877 (age 79)
Arlington National Cemetery
Charles Wilkes (1798-1877) was a New York City-born explorer and naval officer interred at Arlington National Cemetery.

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Edmund P. Gaines
1777–1849 (age 72)
Church Street Graveyard
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1842–1864 (age 22)
Laurel Hill Cemetery
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Philip St. George Cocke
1809–1861 (age 52)
Hollywood Cemetery
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Abner Monroe Perrin
1827–1864 (age 37)
Fredericksburg
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Edward Hand
1744–1802 (age 58)
Saint James Episcopal Church Cemetery
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Richard Taylor
1826–1879 (age 53)
Metairie Cemetery
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