James H. Johnson (major general)
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James H. Johnson | |
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| Born | 24 May 1929 Washington, D.C. U.S. |
| Died | 27 June 2008 (aged 79) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Service years | 1950–1980s |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands | 2nd Infantry Division 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade |
| Conflicts | Vietnam War |
James Harry Johnson[1] (24 May 1929 – 27 June 2008) was a major general in the United States Army. His assignments included Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Plans at the US Army Headquarters.[2] Johnson is an alumnus of the University of Maryland, where he earned a B.S. degree in physical education in 1950. He graduated from the Army Command and General Staff College in 1960.[1]
Johnson was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star Medal, Bronze Star Medal and six Air Medals for his actions in combat.[2] He served with the 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vietnam as a lieutenant colonel.[3]
Johnson died in his sleep at Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital on June 27, 2008.[4]
