Joseph A. Redding

Joseph A. Redding
Redding as commander of 39th Infantry Division, circa 1952
BornJune 7, 1894
Yazoo City, Mississippi
DiedFebruary 24, 1984(1984-02-24) (aged 89)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Place of burial
Forest Park East Cemetery, Shreveport, Louisiana
Allegiance United States of America
Service / branch United States Army
Years of service1912 - 1956
Rank Major General
UnitLouisiana Army National Guard
Commands204th Coastal Artillery Regiment
199th Infantry Regiment
39th Infantry Division
Battles / warsPancho Villa Expedition
World War I
World War II
AwardsPurple Heart
Other workOwner, Redding Tire
Owner, tax consulting office

Joseph A. Redding (June 7, 1894 – February 24, 1984) was a United States Army Major General who served as commander of the Army National Guard's 39th Infantry Division.