Henning Linden

Henning Linden
Born(1892-09-03)September 3, 1892
Mound, Minnesota, United States
DiedMarch 15, 1984(1984-03-15) (aged 91)
McLean, Virginia, United States
Buried
Allegiance United States
Service / branch United States Army
Years of service1917–1952
Rank Brigadier General
Service number0-7009
Unit Infantry Branch
CommandsMilitary Arts Department, United States Army Engineer School
Task Force Linden
53rd Infantry Regiment
3rd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment
Battles / warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsSilver Star
Legion of Merit (2)
Bronze Star Medal (2)
Spouse(s)Marguerite Rachel Harshaw (m. 1922-1979, her death)
Children1

Brigadier General Henning Linden (September 3, 1892 – March 15, 1984) was a United States Army officer who served in World War II. He was notable for his role in the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp while serving as assistant division commander (ADC) of the 42nd Infantry Division.[1]

  1. ^ Goldenberg, Richard (April 27, 2020). "NY's 42nd Infantry Division liberated Dachau 75 years ago". Army.mil. Alexandria, VA.