William C. Moore

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William Charles Moore
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Born (1929-04-13) April 13, 1929 (age 92)
Akron, Ohio U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1952–1987
Rank Major general
Commands held Berlin Brigade
3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment
Battles/wars Vietnam War
Korean War

William Charles Moore (born April 13, 1929) is a retired major general in the United States Army. He served as Director of Operations, Readiness and Mobilization in the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Plans. He graduated from the United States Military Academy with a B.S. degree in military science in 1952. [1] Moore was awarded two Bronze Star Medals for his service as an infantry officer during the Korean War [2] and three Silver Star Medals for his service as commander of the 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment during the Vietnam War. [3]

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References

  1. "Major General William Charles Moore". Army Executive Biographies. Headquarters, Department of the Army. 1985. p. 329. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  2. "Class of 1952—Register of Graduates". Official Register of the Officers and Cadets. United States Military Academy. 1969. p. 673. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  3. "William Charles Moore". Military Times. Sightline Media Group. Retrieved 2021-05-12.