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George Wesley Griner, Jr.

1895 – 1975

American officer

Military officer
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About George Wesley Griner, Jr.

Lived 1895 – 1975 (aged 79–80). George Wesley Griner, Jr. was an American military officer.

General George Wesley Griner Jr. (1895–1975) was an American soldier who served as Assistant Chief of Staff for Supply (G-4) in the early days of the European Theater of Operations to January 1943, then as Assistant Commanding General of the 77th Infantry Division to August 1943, and as Major General commanded the 13th Airborne Division (United States) at formation at Ft. Bragg, and then the 98th Infantry Division from November 1943 to 26 June 1944 and then the 27th Infantry Division in the Battle of Saipan (from 10:30 on 28 June 1944 ).

Griner retired in 1946, and died in 1975.

He is buried at the Mobile National Cemetery.

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Important facts

Born
1895
Birth century
19th century
Died
1975
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Wesley Griner, Jr.?

American officer

When was George Wesley Griner, Jr. born?

George Wesley Griner, Jr. was born in 1895.

When did George Wesley Griner, Jr. die?

George Wesley Griner, Jr. died in 1975.

What was George Wesley Griner, Jr.'s occupation?

George Wesley Griner, Jr. was a military officer.

What nationality was George Wesley Griner, Jr.?

George Wesley Griner, Jr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Wesley Griner, Jr.

· Wikidata: Q16900517

· DBpedia: George Wesley Griner Jr.

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