James Edward Wharton
Brigadier General James Edward Wharton (December 2, 1894 – August 12, 1944) was a career United States Army officer who briefly commanded the 28th Infantry Division in the Battle of Normandy before being killed in action during World War II.
James Edward Wharton | |
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| Born | December 2, 1894 Elk, Chaves County, New Mexico, United States |
| Died | August 12, 1944 (aged 49) Sourdeval, Normandy, France |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1917–1944 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Service number | 0-7025 |
| Unit | Infantry Branch |
| Commands held | 1st Engineer Special Brigade 28th Infantry Division |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II
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| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Purple Heart |
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