Archibald Vincent Arnold
United States Army general
About Archibald Vincent Arnold
Lived 1889 – 1973 (aged 83). Archibald Vincent Arnold was an American military officer and american football player.
Early life and career
Arnold was born in Collinsville, Connecticut on February 24, 1889. He attended United States Military Academy at West Point, where he was an All-American football player. After graduating from West Point in June 1912, Arnold was commissioned into the United States Army Infantry Branch.
At the beginning of World War II, Arnold was Chief Staff of the I Corps and commander of the 69th Field Artillery Brigade and 44th Division.
Arnold was the second-in-command of the 7th Infantry Division during the Battle of the Aleutian Islands. Arnold continued serving as second-in-command of the 7th until 1944.
After the war, Arnold was made the military governor of Korea from 1945 to 1946.
Citation
Silver Star Citation
Legion of Merit Citation
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Archibald Vincent Arnold?
United States Army general (1889-1973)
When was Archibald Vincent Arnold born?
Archibald Vincent Arnold was born on 24 February 1889 in Collinsville.
When did Archibald Vincent Arnold die?
Archibald Vincent Arnold died on 4 January 1973 in Southern Pines.
What was Archibald Vincent Arnold's occupation?
Archibald Vincent Arnold was a military officer and american football player.
What nationality was Archibald Vincent Arnold?
Archibald Vincent Arnold was American.
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