John Millikin

Major General John Millikin (January 7, 1888 – November 6, 1970) was a senior United States Army officer who served in both World War I and World War II. During the latter, Millikin commanded III Corps in General George S. Patton's U.S. Third Army during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944.

John Millikin
MIllikin as commander of the 13th Armored Division during World War II
Born(1888-01-07)January 7, 1888
Danville, Indiana, United States
DiedNovember 6, 1970(1970-11-06) (aged 82)
Washington, D.C., United States
Buried
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1910–1948
Rank Major general
Service numberO-2856
Unit Cavalry Branch
Commands held6th Cavalry Regiment
1st Cavalry Brigade
2nd Cavalry Division
33rd Infantry Division
III Corps
13th Armored Division
Battles/warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Soldier's Medal
Bronze Star
Signature
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