Anthony Herbert (lieutenant colonel)
Anthony B. Herbert (7 April 1930 – 7 June 2014) was a United States Army officer, who served in both the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He is best known for his claims that he witnessed war crimes in Vietnam, which his commanding officer refused to investigate. He reached the rank of lieutenant colonel and was the author of several books about his experiences, including Soldier and Making of A Soldier.
Anthony B. Herbert | |
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| Born | 7 April 1930 Herminie, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | 7 June 2014 (aged 84) Cañon City, Colorado, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1947–1952, 1956–1972 |
| Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
| Unit | 173rd Airborne Brigade |
| Commands held | 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Korean War Vietnam War Dominican Republic Incursion |
| Awards | Turkish Armed Forces Medal of Honor Distinguished Service Cross Silver Star (4) Legion of Merit Soldier's Medal Bronze Star (4) Purple Heart (4) Air Medal (2) Army Commendation Medal (4) |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Grace nee Natale |
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