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George Grunert
United States Army general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George Grunert (July 21, 1881 – January 12, 1971) was a United States Army cavalry officer who worked his way up through the ranks from private to retirement as a lieutenant general. His 47-year career extended from the Spanish–American War to the end of World War II.
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Born | (1881-07-21)July 21, 1881 White Haven, Pennsylvania |
Died | January 12, 1971(1971-01-12) (aged 89) San Antonio, Texas |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1898–1945 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
Service number | 0-1534 |
Unit | Cavalry Branch |
Commands held | Eastern Defense Command Second Service Corps Area First United States Army Sixth Service Corps Area Philippine Department 26th Cavalry Regiment 10th Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War World War I World War II |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit Purple Heart |
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