James J. Mingus
James J. Mingus (born 1964) is a United States Army lieutenant general who serves as the director of the Joint Staff. He previously served as the director for operations of the Joint Staff. He attended the United States Army War College and Winona State University. A native of Spencer, Iowa,[1] he first enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard in 1981 and was commissioned in 1985.[2][3][4]
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| Born | 1964 (age 58–59) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1981–present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Commands held | 82nd Airborne Division 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Regimental Special Troops Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment 4th Ranger Training Battalion |
| Battles/wars | War in Afghanistan Iraq War |
| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal (5) Purple Heart |
In July 2023, Mingus was nominated for promotion to general and assignment as vice chief of staff of the United States Army.[5]
References
- "» Spencer Native Named Brigadier General". September 23, 2014.
- "Army announces next 82nd Airborne Division commander".
- "Lt. Gen. James J. Mingus".
- "Congressional Record Extensions of Remarks Articles".
- "PN819 — Lt. Gen. James J. Mingus — Army, 118th Congress (2023-2024)". U.S. Congress. July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 12, 2023.
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