Francis Bowditch Wilby
Francis Bowditch Wilby (April 24, 1883 – November 20, 1965) was a major general in the United States Army who served as the 39th Superintendent of the United States Military Academy from 1942 to 1945, during World War II.
Francis Bowditch Wilby | |
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Francis B. Wilby as a major general | |
| Born | April 24, 1883 Detroit, Michigan |
| Died | November 20, 1965 (aged 82) Asheville, North Carolina |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1905–46 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands held | Superintendent of the USMA |
| Battles/wars | US occupation of Cuba World War I World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit |
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