Howard R. Johnson
United States Army officer (1903–1944) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Howard Ravenscroft Johnson (June 18, 1903 – October 8, 1944) was an officer of the United States Army. He was the commander of the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment during World War II.
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Howard Ravenscroft Johnson | |
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Nickname(s) | Skeets, Jumpy |
Born | (1903-06-18)June 18, 1903 Maryland, United States |
Died | October 8, 1944(1944-10-08) (aged 41) Heteren, the Netherlands |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
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Years of service | 1923–1944 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands held | 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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