Adna R. Chaffee Jr.
Adna Romanza Chaffee Jr. (September 23, 1884 – August 22, 1941) was an officer in the United States Army, called the "Father of the Armored Force" for his role in developing the U.S. Army's tank forces.
Adna R. Chaffee Jr. | |
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| Born | September 23, 1884 Junction City, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | August 22, 1941 (aged 56) Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1906–1941 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Commands held | 7th Cavalry Brigade I Armored Corps |
| Battles/wars | World War I
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| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal (2) |
| Relations | Lieutenant general Adna Chaffee (father) |
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