Robert W. Porter Jr.
United States Army general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert William Porter Jr. (April 29, 1908 – April 22, 2000) was a United States Army four-star general who served as Commander in Chief, United States Southern Command from 1965 to 1969.
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Robert W. Porter Jr. | |
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Born | (1908-04-29)April 29, 1908 Alma, Nebraska |
Died | April 22, 2000(2000-04-22) (aged 91) Charlottesville, Virginia |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1930–1969 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | United States Southern Command First United States Army 3rd Armored Division 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal |
Other work | Tree farmer |
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