Ben Harrell
Ben Harrell (March 15, 1911 – July 26, 1981) was a United States Army four star general who served as Commander, Allied Land Forces South East Europe from 1968 to 1971. A 1933 graduate of the United States Military Academy, Harrell also served as the Commander of the Sixth United States Army and the 101st Airborne Division, and as a member of the Howze Board.
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| Born | March 15, 1911 Medford, Oregon |
| Died | July 26, 1981 (aged 70) Monterey, California |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1933–1971 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands held | Allied Land Forces South East Europe Sixth United States Army 101st Airborne Division 7th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Medal Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal (2) |
During World War II, Harrell served as commanding officer of the 7th Infantry Regiment. He was awarded the Silver Star Medal and two Bronze Star Medals. Harrell was later sent to study at the National War College in 1951, graduating in 1952.[1][2]
Harrell was born in Medford, Oregon on March 15, 1911.[3] He died in 1981 and was interred at San Francisco National Cemetery.[4]
References
- U.S. Army Register: Active and Retired Lists. Vol. I. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office. January 1, 1958. p. 375. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
- "Class of 1933—Register of Graduates". Official Register of the Officers and Cadets. United States Military Academy. 1969. p. 441. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
- Biography from Military Memorial Museum
- "Harrell, Ben". Nationwide Gravesite Locator. National Cemetery Administration. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
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