| John Beugnot Wogan | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | January 1, 1890 |
| Died | September 30, 1968 (aged 78) |
| Place of birth | Louisiana |
| Place of death | Oteen, North Carolina |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch |
 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1915-1946 |
| Rank |
 Major general |
| Commands held | 13th Armored Division |
| Battles/wars |
World War I World War II |
| Awards |
Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Legion of Merit Purple Heart |
John Beugnot Wogan (January 1, 1890 – September 30, 1968) was a decorated United States Army officer with the rank of Major General. He is most noted for his leadership of the 13th Armored Division for the most of World War II.[1]
Biography[]
John B. Wogan was born on January 1, 1890, in Louisiana. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York in 1915 as a part of the The class the stars fell on. His classmates were for example Dwight D. Eisenhower, Omar N. Bradley, James Van Fleet or Stafford LeRoy Irwin. All big future generals of World War II.
He was commissioned a Second lieutenant and his first service assignment was at Fort H. G. Wright during years 1915–1916.
Decorations[]
References[]
- ↑ "Biography of Major general John Beugnot Wogan (1890 - 1968)". generals.dk. 2010-07-04. http://generals.dk/general/Wogan/John_Beugnot/USA.html. Retrieved 2013-01-27.
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