Julian Cook
Colonel Julian Aaron Cook (October 7, 1916 – June 19, 1990) was an officer of the United States Army who gained fame during World War II for his crossing of the Waal river during Operation Market Garden in September 1944.
Julian Aaron Cook | |
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| Born | October 7, 1916 Mount Holly, Vermont, United States |
| Died | June 19, 1990 (aged 73) Columbia, South Carolina, United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1940—1968 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Service number | 0-23290 |
| Unit | Infantry Branch |
| Commands held | 3rd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal (2) Purple Heart (3) Military William Order |
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