George S. Blanchard
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George Samuel Blanchard (April 3, 1920 – May 3, 2006) was a United States Army four-star general who served as Commander in Chief, United States Army Europe/Commander, Central Army Group from 1975 to 1979.
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George S. Blanchard | |
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Born | (1920-04-03)April 3, 1920 Washington, D.C. |
Died | May 3, 2006(2006-05-03) (aged 86) Alexandria, Virginia |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1941–1979 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | United States Army Europe VII Corps 82nd Airborne Division 2nd Airborne Battle Group, 503rd Infantry |
Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (4) Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (3) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal |
Other work | President, Retired Officers Association President, United Service Organizations consultant |
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