Charles DuVal Roberts
US Army brigadier general (1873–1966) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Charles DuVal Roberts?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Charles DuVal Roberts (June 18, 1873 – October 24, 1966) was a highly decorated officer in the United States Army with the rank of Brigadier General. He received the Medal of Honor for valor in action on July 1, 1898, near El Caney, Cuba during Spanish–American War.
Quick Facts Born, Died ...
Charles DuVal Roberts | |
---|---|
Born | (1873-06-18)June 18, 1873 Cheyenne Agency, Dakota Territory, US |
Died | October 24, 1966(1966-10-24) (aged 93) Silver Spring, Maryland, US |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1897–1937 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Unit | Infantry Branch |
Commands held | Panama Canal Division 1st Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor Distinguished Service Medal Croix de Guerre |
Close
Roberts, a West Point alumni, participated in the numerous conflicts and reached the general's rank following the World War I. He commanded famous 1st Infantry Division and completed his career in 1937 as commanding general, Washington Military District.[1][2]