James L. Baldwin
Major General James Leon Baldwin (February 28, 1921 – November 8, 1979) was a career United States Army officer who served as commander of the 23rd (Americal) Infantry Division from 1970 to 1971.
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Major General James L. Baldwin as commander of the 23rd (Americal) Infantry Division during the Vietnam War. | |
Born | Omaha, Nebraska, US | February 28, 1921
Died | November 8, 1979 58) River Falls, Wisconsin, US | (aged
Buried | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1939–1972 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment 3rd Brigade, 4th Armored Division Berlin Brigade 23rd (Americal) Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
Awards | Combat Infantryman Badge Legion of Merit Bronze Star Purple Heart Army Commendation Medal |
Other work | Foreign Policy Consultant, U.S. State Department |
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