Gary J. Volesky
American former lieutenant general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gary J. Volesky (born September 7, 1961) is a retired United States Army lieutenant general who commanded I Corps from 2017 to 2020. He previously served as commander of the 101st Airborne Division and commander of the American ground forces in Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve.[2] Volesky retired in February 2020, being succeeded by Lieutenant General Randy George as commander of I Corps.
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Gary J. Volesky | |
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![]() Lieutenant General Volesky in 2017 | |
Born | (1961-09-07) September 7, 1961 (age 62) Spokane, Washington[1] |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1983–2020 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Commands | I Corps 101st Airborne Division 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Gulf War Iraq War War in Afghanistan Operation Inherent Resolve |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal (5) Purple Heart |
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