Clift Andrus
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Major General Clift Andrus (October 12, 1890 – September 29, 1968)[1] was a highly decorated senior officer of the United States Army. He is most noted for his service as a commander of 1st Infantry Division at the end of World War II.
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Clift Andrus | |
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Nickname(s) | "Mr Chips" |
Born | (1890-10-12)October 12, 1890 Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, United States |
Died | September 29, 1968(1968-09-29) (aged 77) Washington, D.C., United States |
Buried | Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, United States |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1912-1952 |
Rank | Major General |
Service number | O-3266 |
Unit | Field Artillery Branch |
Commands held | 1st Infantry Division United States Army Field Artillery School |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (2) |
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In military circles, Andrus was widely known by his nickname, "Mr. Chips".[2][3]