William A. Harris | |
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Nickname(s) | Billy Wild Bill |
Born | 3 February 1911 |
Died | 4 March 1986 San Antonio, Texas, United States | (aged 75)
Allegiance | ![]() |
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Years of service | 1933–1966 |
Rank | ![]() |
Service number | 0-18976 |
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Relations | Hunter Harris Jr. (brother) |
William Allen Harris (3 February 1911 – 4 March 1986) was a major general in the United States Army who helped form the Ghost Army during World War II before commanding the 7th Cavalry Regiment during the Korean War.
Early life
editEarly career
editWorld War II
editGhost Army
editContinued career
editKorean War
edit7th Cavalry Regiment
editLater career
editRetirement
editDeath and legacy
editFamily
editAwards
editAmerican awards
editForeign awards
editEffective dates of promotion
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