James Fuller McKinley

James Fuller McKinley (February 22, 1880 – January 17, 1941) was an American military officer who served as Adjutant General of the United States Army from 1933 to 1935. He attained the rank of major general.

Early life James Fuller McKinley was born in San Francisco, California on February 22, 1880, a son of James McKinley and Eliza Howe (Fuller) McKinley. McKinley's relations included William McKinley, his father's brother. In 1898, he graduated from Canton High School in Canton, Ohio.

Start of career On June 24, 1898, he enlisted for service in the Volunteers during the Spanish–American War and became a private in Company I, 8th Ohio Infantry Regiment. McKinley was mustered out on November 21, 1898.

After being discharged, McKinley applied for a commission in the Regular Army, which he received on February 6, 1899. He died at his home in Terrell Hills, Texas on January 17, 1941. McKinley was buried at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Family In 1912, McKinley married Margaret Disoway (1890–1979). They were the parents of three children—Margaret (1913–1989), William (1916–1957), and James (1918–2001). William and James McKinley were both career Army officers who attained the rank of colonel.

Awards Silver Star with oak leaf cluster Spanish Campaign Medal Army of Cuban Occupation Medal Philippine Campaign Medal Mexican Service Medal Victory Medal