John Willems
American equestrian
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John Murphy Willems (December 24, 1901 – September 14, 1976) was an American equestrian. He competed in two events at the 1936 Summer Olympics.[1] He was also an officer in the United States Army and served during World War II, eventually attaining the rank of brigadier general. From 1955 to 1956 he commanded the 3rd Armored Division.[2]
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FullnameJohn Murphy Willems
BornDecember 24, 1901
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, United States
DiedSeptember 14, 1976 (aged 74)
San Diego, California, United States
SportEquestrian
At West Point in 1925 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | John Murphy Willems |
| Born | December 24, 1901 Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, United States |
| Died | September 14, 1976 (aged 74) San Diego, California, United States |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Equestrian |
Biography
John Willems was born in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas on December 24, 1901.[3][4] He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1925.[3]
He died in San Diego on September 14, 1976, and was buried at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.[4][5]
