George Decker
22nd Chief of Staff of the United States Army / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the baseball players, see George Decker (baseball) and Joe Decker.
George Henry Decker (February 16, 1902 – February 6, 1980) was a general in the United States Army, who served as Chief of Staff of the United States Army from 1960 to 1962.
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George H. Decker | |
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Born | (1902-02-16)February 16, 1902 Catskill, New York, U.S. |
Died | February 6, 1980(1980-02-06) (aged 77) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1924–1962 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | Chief of Staff of the United States Army United Nations Command United States Forces Korea Eighth United States Army VII Corps 5th Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal |
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