Leland Hobbs

Major General Leland Stanford Hobbs (February 4, 1892 – March 6, 1966) was a decorated senior United States Army officer who commanded the 30th Infantry Division in Western Europe during World War II.

Leland Stanford Hobbs
BornFebruary 4, 1892
Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
DiedMarch 6, 1966 (aged 74)
Walter Reed Army Hospital, Washington, D.C., United States
Buried
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1915–1953
Rank Major General
Service number0-3809
Unit Infantry Branch
Commands held3rd Battalion, 63rd Infantry Regiment
3rd Infantry Regiment
30th Infantry Division
III Corps
2nd Armored Division
IX Corps
Battles/warsPancho Villa Expedition
World War I
World War II
Occupation of Japan
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal (2)
Silver Star (3)
Legion of Merit (2)
Bronze Star (3)
Other workBanking executive
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