Cornelius E. Ryan

Cornelius Edward Ryan CBE (May 12, 1896 – June 6, 1972) was a highly decorated officer in the United States Army with the rank of major general. During his 40 years of active service, he participated in both World Wars and Korean War and held several important assignments including commands of 101st Airborne Division, Berlin Occupation Sector or as Chief of Korean Military Advisory Group.

Cornelius Edward Ryan
MG Cornelius E. Ryan
Born(1896-05-12)May 12, 1896
Boston, Massachusetts, US
DiedJune 6, 1972(1972-06-06) (aged 76)
Menlo Park, California, US
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Army
Years of service1917–1957
RankMajor general
Service number0-7375
UnitInfantry Branch
Commands held9th Infantry Division
69th Infantry Division
Korean Military Advisory Group
101st Airborne Division
Berlin Sector
Battles/warsWorld War I
World War II

Korean War

  • Operation Rat Killer
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
Army Commendation Medal (4)
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