Richard G. Stilwell | |
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 General Stilwell in the 1970s | |
| Born | February 24, 1917 Buffalo, New York, U.S. |
| Died | December 25, 1991 (aged 74)[1][2] Falls Church, Virginia, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1938–1976 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | United States Forces Korea Sixth United States Army XXIV Corps 1st Armored Division 15th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Distinguished Service Medal (4) Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (4) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal (3) Purple Heart |
Richard Giles Stilwell (February 24, 1917 – December 25, 1991) was a United States Army general who served as Commander United States Forces Korea from 1973 to 1976, and acting Commander of the U.S. Army Pacific from September to December 1974. He was not closely related to General Joseph W. Stilwell.
- ^ "Richard G. Stilwell, 74, is dead: Commanded UN forces in Korea". The New York Times. New York. December 26, 1991.
- ^ Army announcement of Stilwell's death