Lê Văn Hưng

South Vietnamese Brigadier General

Lê Văn Hưng - South Vietnamese Brigadier General
Born

March 27th, 1933
92 years ago

Died

1975
50 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

South Vietnam

Links & References

Birth occurred in 1933. Served in the Army of the Republic of Vietnam, reaching the rank of Brigadier General. Key role involved leadership during the Vietnam War, particularly in operations in the central highlands. Participated in various military campaigns aimed at stabilizing the region and countering North Vietnamese forces. After the fall of Saigon in 1975, relocated to the United States, contributing to veteran and exile communities.

Achieved rank of Brigadier General

Led military operations in the Vietnam War

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