Brian Mennes

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Brian J. Mennes
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Born (1966-04-26) April 26, 1966 (age 56)
New Mexico, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1988–present
Rank Major General
Commands held 10th Mountain Division
Fort Drum
4th Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division
1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment
1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment
Battles/wars United States invasion of Panama
War in Afghanistan
Iraq War
Awards Army Distinguished Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit (5)
Bronze Star Medal (5)
Alma mater United States Military Academy (BS)
United States Army Command and General Staff College (MMAS)

Brian Joseph Mennes (born April 26, 1966) [1] is a United States Army major general who serves as the deputy commanding general of the XVIII Airborne Corps since August 2021. He previously served as commanding general of the 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum from May 1, 2019 to July 12, 2021, and as director of force management of the United States Army. [2] [3] [4]

Born in New Mexico, [1] Mennes graduated from the United States Military Academy with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering in May 1988. He later earned a Master of Military Art and Science degree from the Army Command and General Staff College. [4]

In June 2021, Mennes was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general. Until his nomination is confirmed, Mennes has been assigned as deputy commanding general of the XVIII Airborne Corps, replacing the nomination previously filled by Xavier T. Brunson, who become deputy commanding general of I Corps instead. On September 20, 2021, Mennes' nomination and recommendation for promotion were withdrawn. [5] [6]

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References

  1. 1 2 Register of Graduates and Former Cadets, United States Military Academy. West Point, New York: Association of Graduates U.S.M.A. 1991. p. 861. Retrieved 2022-05-19.
  2. "Brig. Gen. Beagle returns to Fort Drum, assumes command of 10th Mountain Division (LI)". DVIDS.
  3. Strasser, Michael (2019-05-01). "Fort Drum community welcomes new 10th Mountain Division commander". U.S. Army. Retrieved 2021-06-04.
  4. 1 2 "Brigadier General (Promotable) Brian J. Mennes" (PDF). February 21, 2018. Retrieved 2022-05-19.
  5. "PN625 — Maj. Gen. Brian J. Mennes — Army". www.congress.gov. June 8, 2021.
  6. "FY 21 Announcements". GOMO. Retrieved 2021-07-22.
Military offices
Preceded by Deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Cadet Command
2014–2015
Succeeded by
Preceded by Deputy Commanding General for Maneuver of the 2nd Infantry Division
2015–2016
Succeeded by
Preceded by Director of Joint and Integration of the United States Army
2016–2017
Succeeded by
Preceded by Director of Force Management of the United States Army
2017–2019
Succeeded by
Preceded by Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division
2019–2021
Succeeded by
Preceded by Deputy Commanding General of the XVIII Airborne Corps
2021–present
Incumbent