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Joe N. Ballard
United States Army general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Lieutenant General Joe Nathan Ballard (born March 27, 1942) is a former U.S. Army officer who fought in the Vietnam War, and who served as Chief of Engineers, the first African-American to serve in this role.
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![]() Lieutenant General Joe N. Ballard, Chief of Engineers 1996-2000 | |
Born | March 27, 1942 (1942-03-27) (age 82) Oakdale, Louisiana |
Allegiance | United States of America |
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Years of service | 1965–2000 |
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Commands held | Chief of Engineers |
Wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
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