James Lawton Collins Jr.
American brigadier general
Born
November 5th, 1917
107 years ago
Died
2002
23 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Served as a brigadier general in the United States Army. Achieved notable leadership roles during significant military operations. Engaged in various strategic planning initiatives and troop management during service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Contributed to military training and operations as a senior officer in the Army.
Served as brigadier general in the Army
Participated in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam
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