Donn A. Starry
American general (1925–2011) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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General Donn Albert Starry (May 31, 1925 – August 26, 2011) was a United States Army four-star general who served as commanding general of United States Army Training and Doctrine Command from 1977 to 1981, and as commander in chief of United States Readiness Command from 1981 to 1983.
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Donn A. Starry | |
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Born | (1925-05-31)May 31, 1925 New York City, New York |
Died | August 26, 2011(2011-08-26) (aged 86) Canton, Ohio |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1943–1983 |
Rank | General |
Commands | United States Readiness Command United States Army Training and Doctrine Command V Corps United States Army Armor Center and School 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit (3) Distinguished Flying Cross Soldier's Medal Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart |
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