About Edward A. Partain
Lived 1929 – 1996 (aged 66). Edward A. Partain was an American military personnel.
Lieutenant general Edward Allen Partain (23 June 1929 – 24 March 1996) was a United States Army officer who served in the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
Military career He graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) in 1951.
In 1964 he assisted Colonel Clyde Russell in establishing Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group.
In June 1967 he served as commander of the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade during the Vietnam War and participated in the Battle of the Slopes.
He served as commanding general of the 1st Infantry Division from July 1980 to December 1982.
He served as commanding general, Fifth United States Army from January 1983 until his retirement from the Army in January 1985.
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Who was Edward A. Partain?
US Army officer in the Korean and Vietnam wars
When was Edward A. Partain born?
Edward A. Partain was born on 26 June 1929 in Memphis.
When did Edward A. Partain die?
Edward A. Partain died on 24 March 1996 in Pinehurst.
What was Edward A. Partain's occupation?
Edward A. Partain was a military personnel.
What nationality was Edward A. Partain?
Edward A. Partain was American.
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