Brett Sylvia

Brett Gareth Sylvia (born September 12, 1972) is a United States Army major general who serves as the commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell. He previously served as the vice director for strategy, plans, and policy of the Joint Staff.

Brett Sylvia
Born (1972-09-12) September 12, 1972
Missouri, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Army
Years of service1994–present
RankMajor General
Commands held101st Airborne Division
2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division
307th Engineer Battalion
Battles/warsWar in Afghanistan
Iraq War
Operation Inherent Resolve
AwardsDefense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit (5)
Bronze Star Medal (6)
Purple Heart

Sylvia is a 1994 graduate of the United States Military Academy with a B.S. degree in environmental engineering. He later earned an M.S. degree in engineering management from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and a Master of Military Arts and Sciences degree from the School of Advanced Military Studies at the Army Command and General Staff College.

In July 2023, Sylvia assumed command of the 101st Airborne Division.

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