Barnwell R. Legge
Barnwell Rhett Legge CBE (July 9, 1891 – June 7, 1949) was a highly decorated United States Army Brigadier General and combat leader. He is most noted as one of the most decorated U.S. Military members of World War I and as Military Attaché to Switzerland during World War II.
Barnwell Rhett Legge | |
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| Born | July 9, 1891 Charleston, South Carolina |
| Died | June 7, 1949 (aged 57) Washington, D.C. |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1911 – 1948 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Battles/wars | World War I
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| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (4) |
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