Robert W. Grow
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Major General Robert Walker Grow (February 14, 1895 – November 3, 1985) was a senior United States Army officer who commanded the 6th Armored Division during World War II. He was notable for his court-martial in 1951 for failing to safeguard classified information.
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Robert Walker Grow | |
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Nickname(s) | "Bob" |
Born | February 14, 1895 Sibley, Iowa, United States |
Died | November 3, 1985 (aged 90) Falls Church, Virginia, United States |
Buried | Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, United States |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1914–1951 |
Rank | Major General |
Service number | 0-4621 |
Unit | Cavalry Branch Field Artillery Branch |
Commands held | 34th Armored Regiment 6th Armored Division 3rd Armored Division 26th Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Silver Star Bronze Star |
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