James D. Thurman | |
|---|---|
 Thurman in July 2011 | |
| Born | September 19, 1953 Gainesville, Texas |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1975–2013 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | United Nations Command ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command United States Forces Korea United States Army Forces Command V Corps 4th Infantry Division Fort Irwin National Training Center 2nd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division (Mechanized) |
| Battles / wars | Gulf War Iraq War |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal (5) Defense Superior Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit (4) Bronze Star Medal (2) |
James David Thurman (born September 19, 1953) is a retired United States Army general who served as the Commander of United Nations Command, R.O.K.-U.S. Combined Forces Command, and United States Forces Korea from July 14, 2011 until October 2, 2013.[1] He previously served as the 18th Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command from June 3, 2010 to July 8, 2011 and as Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7.[2] He was the former commanding general of United States V Corps in Heidelberg, Germany from January 19, 2007 to August 8, 2007.
- ^ Sang-ho, Song (July 14, 2011). "New USFK chief vows to bolster alliance". The Korean Herald. Retrieved July 14, 2011.
- ^ "General Officer Announcements, News Release No. 967-07". U.S. Department of Defence. August 6, 2007. Retrieved September 8, 2008.