John Bahnsen
United States Army general (1934–2024) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John C. "Doc" Bahnsen Jr. (November 8, 1934 – February 21, 2024) was a United States Army brigadier general and decorated veteran of the Vietnam War.
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John C. Bahnsen, Jr. | |
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Nickname(s) | Doc |
Born | (1934-11-08)November 8, 1934 Albany, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | February 21, 2024(2024-02-21) (aged 89) Rochelle, Georgia, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1956–1986 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Commands held | Bandit Platoon, 118th Assault Helicopter Company Air Cavalry Troop, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment 1st Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment 1st Battalion, 32nd Armored Regiment 1st Aviation Brigade |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star (5), Distinguished Flying Cross (3), Legion of Merit (4), Bronze Star (4), Air Medal (51), Purple Heart (2), Meritorious Service Medal |
Other work | Consultant, writer, gentleman farmer |
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