George A. Taylor

Military Person

1899 – 1969

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Who was George A. Taylor?

George Arthur Taylor was a Brigadier General of the United States Army. He is most famous for the leadership of his men during Omaha Beach landing. Then he served as a commander of the 16th Infantry Regiment and proved an extraordinary heroism, for which he was awarded Distinguished Service Cross.

He served most of his career during World War II with U.S. 1st Infantry Division, where he was assigned as deputy commander of the division.

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Born
Feb 14, 1899
Flat Rock
Also known as
  • George Taylor
Nationality
  • United States of America
Died
1969
Palo Alto

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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