Geoffrey Keyes

Geoffrey Keyes (October 30, 1888 – September 17, 1967) was a highly decorated senior United States Army officer who served with distinction in Sicily and Italy during World War II.

Geoffrey Keyes
Nickname(s)"Geoff"
Born(1888-10-30)October 30, 1888
Fort Bayard, New Mexico, U.S.
DiedSeptember 17, 1967(1967-09-17) (aged 78)
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Buried
West Point Cemetery, West Point, New York, U.S.
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1913–1950
Rank Lieutenant General
Service number0-3561
Unit Cavalry Branch
Commands heldThird United States Army
Seventh United States Army
II Corps
I Armored Corps
9th Armored Division
Battles/warsPancho Villa Expedition
World War I
World War II
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross
Army Distinguished Service Medal (3)
Silver Star (2)
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
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