Norris L. Einertson

Chaplain (Major General) Norris Leonard Einertson, USA (born August 6, 1930) is a retired American Army officer who served as the 17th Chief of Chaplains of the United States Army from 1986 to 1990. Einertson held degrees from Luther Theological Seminary and New York Theological Seminary. He was endorsed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Awards and decorations Distinguished Service Medal (with one bronze oak leaf cluster)Legion of MeritBronze StarMeritorious Service Medal (with two bronze oak leaf clusters)Army Commendation Medal (with one bronze oak leaf cluster)Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit CitationVietnam Civil Actions Unit CitationNational Defense Service MedalVietnam Service Medal (with four bronze service stars)Armed Forces Reserve MedalArmy Service RibbonOverseas Service RibbonVietnam Campaign Medal