Paul F. Smith
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Paul F. Smith (November 15, 1915 – October 20, 2014) was a United States Army major general who served as commander of the 173rd Airborne Brigade during the Vietnam War.
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Paul F. Smith | |
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Born | (1915-11-15)November 15, 1915 Taunton, Massachusetts |
Died | October 20, 2014(2014-10-20) (aged 98) Viera, Florida |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1935–1968 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | 173rd Airborne Brigade 2nd Airborne Battle Group, 504th Infantry Regiment United States Army Airborne School |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal (3) Purple Heart (5) |
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