Monk Meyer

Monk Meyer
Meyer as a Cadet in 1937
Birth nameCharles Robert Meyer[1]
Born(1913-05-01)May 1, 1913
West Point, New York, U.S.
DiedAugust 11, 2001(2001-08-11) (aged 88)
Hampton, New Hampshire, U.S.
Buried
West Point Cemetery, New York, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States United States of America
Service / branch United States Army United States Army seal
Years of service1932–1933, 1937–1967
Rank Brigadier General
CommandsNorthern Area Command, West Germany[2]
160th Infantry Regiment[3]
2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry
Battles / warsWorld War II
Korean War
Vietnam War
Awards Distinguished Service Cross
Distinguished Service Medal (2)[4]
Silver Star (2)
Legion of Merit (2)
Bronze Star (2)
Purple Heart (2)
Air Medal[3]

Charles R. "Monk" Meyer (May 1, 1913 – August 11, 2001) was the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy in 1935, the first year the trophy was awarded, while playing for the United States Military Academy.[5]

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  5. ^ The Morning Call Monk Meyer Biography