Calvin Waller
American general and military leader
Born
Died
1996
30 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Calvin Waller served as a United States Army general. He held key positions during his career, including Commanding General of the United States Army in Europe. Waller also played a significant role during pivotal moments in the Cold War era, focusing on NATO operations and international military collaboration. His leadership was instrumental during various exercises and deployments that shaped the organization and readiness of U.S. forces abroad. After retirement, Waller continued to contribute to military education and policy discussions.
Commanding General of U.S. Army Europe
Involvement in NATO military operations
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