John R. Vines
Lieutenant General John Randolph Vines (born June 2, 1949 in Alabama) is the former commander of the U.S. Army's XVIII Airborne Corps and Multi-National Corps – Iraq.
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| Born | June 2, 1949 |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1971 - 2007 |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Commands held | XVIII Airborne Corps Multi-National Corps – Iraq |
| Battles/wars | Iraq War Operation Enduring Freedom Operation Desert Shield/Storm Operation Just Cause |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit |
Vines previously commanded the 82nd Airborne Division during the U.S. deployment to Afghanistan. He was responsible for tactical combat missions. Subsequently, Vines replaced Lt. Gen. Dan K. McNeill as the commanding general of U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan.
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