John F. Forrest
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John Franklin "Jack" Forrest (June 20, 1927 – May 27, 1997) was a career officer in the United States Army and a combat commander during the Korean War and Vietnam War.
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John F. Forrest | |
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Nickname(s) | Jack |
Born | (1927-06-20)June 20, 1927 Mexia, Texas |
Died | May 27, 1997(1997-05-27) (aged 69) Colorado Springs, Colorado |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1949–1983 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Commands held | First United States Army 4th Infantry Division 1st Brigade, 2nd Armored Division 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Korean War Vietnam War |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (3) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (4) |
Other work | United States Space Foundation Colorado Springs City Council |
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