About Donald J. Delandro
Lived 1935 – 2021 (aged 85). Donald J. Delandro was an American military officer.
Donald Joseph Delandro (July 20, 1935 – January 29, 2021) was an American military officer who was a brigadier general and Adjutant General of the United States Army from 1984 to 1985, the first African-American to serve in the position.
Education He was a 1956 graduate of Southern University and A&M College with a B.S. degree in business administration. Delandro later earned an M.B.A. degree from the University of Chicago.
Personal life Delandro was Catholic, a parishioner at St Joseph Catholic Church in Alexandria, Virginia.
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Who was Donald J. Delandro?
United States Army brigadier general (1935–2021)
When was Donald J. Delandro born?
Donald J. Delandro was born on 20 July 1935 in New Orleans.
When did Donald J. Delandro die?
Donald J. Delandro died on 29 January 2021 in Alexandria.
What was Donald J. Delandro's occupation?
Donald J. Delandro was a military officer.
What nationality was Donald J. Delandro?
Donald J. Delandro was American.
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