Frank Sherwood Cocheu

Frank Sherwood Cocheu (November 22, 1871 – May 28, 1959) was a retired American major general who served in France during World War I. He is noted for his command of the 319th Infantry, 80th Division during the Meuse-Argonne offensive in late 1918.

Early life and education Frank Sherwood Cocheu was born on November 22, 1871, in Brooklyn, New York.

He attended the United States Military Academy, where he graduated with the class of 1894. He then served with the regiment in the Philippines from 1899 to 1902 and again from 1904 to 1906. During his second tour, Cocheu commanded a company and the 3rd Battalion. He later commanded the 2nd Battalion for nine months after the regiment returned to the United States.

Cocheu was promoted to major on June 18, 1916. During World War I, he accepted temporary promotions to colonel on August 16, 1917, and to brigadier general on October 13, 1918, serving until July 15, 1919. His permanent rank was increased to lieutenant colonel on August 28, 1917, and to colonel on July 1, 1920.

Cocheu graduated from the General Staff School at Fort Leavenworth in July 1920. He then returned to the Army War College, graduating from a second course in June 1921. He was then assigned as a brigade commander in the 2nd Division. He accepted a promotion to major general on March 26, 1934. Cocheu retired from active duty on November 30, 1935, having reached the mandatory retirement age of 64.

Death and legacy Cocheu lived in Washington, D.C., after retirement and died at Walter Reed Hospital on May 28, 1959. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.

Personal life Cocheu married Kathleen Lacey on August 4, 1897.