James H. Johnson (major general)
James Harry Johnson[1] (24 May 1929 – 27 June 2008) was a major general in the United States Army. His assignments included Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Plans at the US Army Headquarters.[2] Johnson is an alumnus of the University of Maryland, where he earned a B.S. degree in physical education in 1950. He graduated from the Army Command and General Staff College in 1960.[1]
James H. Johnson | |
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| Born | 24 May 1929 Washington, D.C. U.S. |
| Died | 27 June 2008 (aged 79) Murrells Inlet, South Carolina |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1950–1980s |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands held | 2nd Infantry Division 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Johnson was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star Medal, Bronze Star Medal and six Air Medals for his actions in combat.[2] He served with the 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vietnam as a lieutenant colonel.[3]
Johnson died in his sleep at Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital on June 27, 2008.[4]
References
- U.S. Army Register: Active and Retired List. Vol. I. Washington, D.C.: Department of the Army. 1 January 1966. p. 289. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- "Major General James H. Johnson". Army Executive Biographies. Headquarters, Department of the Army. 1985. p. 273. Retrieved 2021-05-04.
- "James H. Johnson". Military Times. Sightline Media Group. Retrieved 2021-05-04.
- "James H. Johnson - View Obituary & Service Information".
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