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John S. Lekson

1917 – 1992

American soldier

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Lived 1917 – 1992 (aged 74). John S. Lekson was an American military personnel.

John S. Lekson (April 14, 1917 – January 19, 1992) was a United States Army major general.

He was born to Slovenian immigrant parents. He graduated from Western Reserve University and enlisted in the Ohio National Guard in 1940 as a private. He was commissioned through Officer Candidate School and rose to major during World War II. During the war, he served with the 82nd Airborne Division, including the 504th Parachute Infantry, and fought in North Africa, Italy, the Netherlands and Germany, including the Battle of the Bulge. He also served in Austria, Italy and Korea.

In Vietnam, he served as Assistant Commander of the 9th Infantry Division and the 101st Airborne Division in 1967–68, subsequently rising in rank to major general. His final assignment was Director of Operations for the Readiness Command, predecessor of the U.S. Central Command. He retired in 1975.

His medals included the Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, the Legion of Merit and the Bronze Star.

He died in 1992 and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Virginia.

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Education
Case Western Reserve University
Awards
Bronze Star Medal; Legionnaire of Legion of Merit; Silver Star; Distinguished Service Medal (US Army); Legion of Merit

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John S. Lekson?

American soldier

When was John S. Lekson born?

John S. Lekson was born on 14 April 1917 in Fairpoint.

When did John S. Lekson die?

John S. Lekson died on 19 January 1992.

What was John S. Lekson's occupation?

John S. Lekson was a military personnel.

What nationality was John S. Lekson?

John S. Lekson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John S. Lekson

· Wikidata: Q6256325

· DBpedia: John S. Lekson

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