George E. Stewart
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George Evans Stewart (August 2, 1872 – March 2, 1946) was an officer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War. He later commanded the 339th Infantry Regiment and the American Expeditionary Force in northern Russia.
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George Evans Stewart | |
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Born | (1872-08-02)August 2, 1872 New South Wales, Australia |
Died | March 2, 1946(1946-03-02) (aged 73) Portland, Texas |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1896–1931 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 19th Infantry Regiment |
Commands held | 339th Infantry Regiment American Expeditionary Force, North Russia |
Battles/wars | Philippine–American War World War I Russian Civil War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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Stewart joined the army from New York City in October 1896, and retired with the rank of colonel in April 1931.[1]