Hugh Joseph Gaffey

Hugh Joseph Gaffey
BornNovember 18, 1895
Hartford, Connecticut, United States
DiedJune 16, 1946 (aged 50)
Godman Army Airfield, Kentucky, United States
Allegiance United States
Service / branch United States Army
Years of service1917–1946
Rank Major General
Service number0-8435
Unit Field Artillery Branch
Commands2nd Armored Division
4th Armored Division
XXIII Corps
Battles / warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal (2)
Silver Star
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star (2)

Major General Hugh Joseph Gaffey (November 18, 1895 – June 16, 1946) was a senior United States Army officer. He was a career officer who served in both World War I and World War II. Maj. Gen. Hugh J. Gaffey commanded the XXIII Corps (United States) (17 March 1945 – August 1945) during and through World War II.