Background
Sexton, Walton Roswell was born on September 13, 1876 in Monmouth, Illinois, United States. Son of William Harvey and Marian (Burlingim) Sexton.
Sexton, Walton Roswell was born on September 13, 1876 in Monmouth, Illinois, United States. Son of William Harvey and Marian (Burlingim) Sexton.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1897, United States Naval War College, 1915.
Ensign United States Navy, July 1, 1899. Assistant chief of naval operations, 1931-1933. General Board, 1934-1937.
General Board, 1939.
The state should not use its authority to promote particular religious beliefs, nor should it require prayer or worship in the public schools. However, the state should leave students free to practice their own religious convictions.
There are different understandings about the Bible's authority in our lives. The task of every believer is to use different Bible translations and commentaries in order to discover the word of God.
Member General Board, 1934-1937. Clubs: Army and Navy, Army and Navy Country (Washington).