Herbert B. Powell
Herbert Butler Powell (July 13, 1903 – April 3, 1998) was a United States Army general and diplomat. He served as Commanding General of the United States Continental Army Command, and was later United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa.
Herbert B. Powell | |
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Major General Herbert B. Powell c. 1956 | |
| Born | July 13, 1903 Monmouth, Oregon |
| Died | April 3, 1998 (aged 94) Williamsburg, Virginia |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1919–1963 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands held | United States Continental Army Command Third United States Army United States Army Pacific 25th Infantry Division 17th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (3) Purple Heart Air Medal |
| Other work | United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa (1963–67) |
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