Charles Bradford Smith

Charles Bradford Smith (May 7, 1916 – May 27, 2004) was a United States Army officer who served in World War II and the Korean War. He received the Silver Star medal and the Distinguished Service Cross and Taegeuk Order of Military Merit for his actions in South Korea.

Charles Bradford Smith
Born(1916-05-07)May 7, 1916
Lambertville, New Jersey, U.S.
DiedMay 27, 2004(2004-05-27) (aged 88)
Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1939–1965
RankBrigadier general
Commands heldTask Force Smith
15th Infantry Regiment
Battles/wars
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross
Silver Star Medal
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
Distinguished Service Medal
Taegeuk Order of Military Merit

Biography

Born in Lambertville, New Jersey, Smith attended the United States Military Academy, graduating in 1939.[1] He married Bettie Evans in October 1941.[1]

Captain Smith was at Schofield Barracks, Oahu during the Pearl Harbor attack.[2]

When the Korean War began in 1950 the Lieutenant Colonel commanded the 1st Battalion of the 21st Infantry Regiment, part of the 24th Infantry Division. He led "Task Force Smith" at the Battle of Osan, for which he received the Distinguished Service Cross.[3]

He reached the rank of brigadier general and eventually retired in 1965.

In his later life, Smith lived in Scottsdale, Arizona.[3]

References
  1. "Charles Bradford Smith". Legacy. Retrieved March 4, 2021.
  2. Durham, Roger S. (June 29, 2007). "An Arrogant Display of Strength". US Army. Retrieved May 10, 2021.
  3. "Charles Bradford Smith Collection". Veterans History Project. Retrieved March 4, 2021.
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