Robert T. Frederick
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Major General Robert Tryon Frederick (March 14, 1907 – November 29, 1970) was a senior United States Army officer. During World War II, he commanded the 1st Special Service Force, the 1st Allied Airborne Task Force, and the 45th Infantry Division, and was twice awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.
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Robert T. Frederick | |
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Born | (1907-03-14)March 14, 1907 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Died | November 29, 1970(1970-11-29) (aged 63) Stanford, California, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1928–1952 |
Rank | Major General |
Service number | O-17196 |
Unit | Coastal Artillery Corps |
Commands held | 1st Special Service Force 1st Allied Airborne Task Force 45th Infantry Division 4th Infantry Division 6th Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross (2) Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (2) Purple Heart (8) |
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