William Liebenow
1920–2017 (age 97)
Biography
William Liebenow joined the armed forces as World War II reshaped the globe, serving throughout mid-century conflicts as part of the generation that defended democracy overseas. Over the decades he remained connected to fellow veterans, contributing leadership to civic organizations and supporting younger service members.
He carried his patriotism into retirement, helping preserve the history of his unit and ensuring his comrades’ stories were honored with dignity, and Arlington National Cemetery now holds him in eternal repose as a symbol of steadfast service.