Roscoe Robinson Jr.
American General and military officer

Born
October 11th, 1928
96 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Served as a United States Army general with a distinguished career. Participated in the Korean War and Vietnam War. Held command positions, including the first African American to head a major Army command in Europe. Had a significant role in the leadership of the Army, influencing policies and strategy.
First African American command of a major Army command in Europe
Service in the Korean War
Service in the Vietnam War
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