Alan W. Jones

Major General Alan Walter Jones (October 6, 1894 − January 22, 1969) was a career officer in the United States Army. He is best known for his command of the 106th Infantry Division during World War II.

Alan W. Jones
Alan W. Jones, pictured here as a major general commanding the 106th Infantry Division in 1944. Center of Military History, United States Army.
Born(1894-10-06)6 October 1894
Goldendale, Washington, United States
Died22 January 1969(1969-01-22) (aged 74)
Washington D.C., United States
Place of burial
Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, United States
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1917−1945
Rank Major General
Unit Infantry Branch
Commands held106th Infantry Division
Battles/warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsPurple Heart
Legion of Honour (France)
Croix de Guerre (France)
Spouse(s)Alys O. Pickering (m. 1917-1969, his death)
Children2
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