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Roy E. Lindquist
American World War II Major General / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Major General Roy Ernest Lindquist (February 18, 1907 – November 19, 1986) was a highly decorated senior United States Army officer. He saw service during World War II and is most noted for his leadership of the 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) during the campaign in Western Europe from June 1944 to May 1945.
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Born | February 18, 1907 West Newton, Massachusetts, United States |
Died | November 19, 1986 (aged 79) St. Petersburg, Florida, United States |
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Years of service | 1924—1960 |
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Service number | 0-18125 |
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Commands held | 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team 3rd Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War II Cold War |
Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Legion of Merit (2) |
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