Joe Nathan Ballard | |
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 Lieutenant General Joe N. Ballard, Chief of Engineers 1996-2000 | |
| Born | March 27, 1942 (age 82) Oakdale, Louisiana |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1965–2000 |
| Rank |  Lieutenant General |
| Commands | Chief of Engineers |
| Wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
Lieutenant General Joe Nathan Ballard (born March 27, 1942) is a former U.S. Army officer who fought in the Vietnam War, and who served as Chief of Engineers, the first African-American to serve in this role.