Albert H. Blanding
Albert Hazen Blanding (November 9, 1876 – December 26, 1970) was a United States Army officer. Among the most distinguished military figures in Florida's history, he was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal.
Albert Hazen Blanding | |
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Blanding as commander of 2nd Florida Infantry, 1916 | |
| Born | November 9, 1876 Lyons, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | December 26, 1970 (aged 94) Bartow, Florida, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Evergreen Cemetery, Gainesville, Florida |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1895-1940 |
| Rank | Major General (federal) Lieutenant General (state) |
| Service number | 0-222742 |
| Commands held | 2nd Florida Infantry Regiment 53rd Infantry Brigade 31st Infantry Division National Guard Bureau |
| Battles/wars | Pancho Villa Expedition World War I World War II |
| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
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