Ricardo Sanchez
Ricardo Sanchez (born September 9, 1953) is a former lieutenant general in the United States Army. His career was most notable for authorizing the use of torture at the Abu Ghraib prison between 2003 and 2004.
Ricardo Sanchez | |
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Sanchez in October 2004 | |
| Born | September 9, 1953 Rio Grande City, Texas, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1973–2006 |
| Rank | Lieutenant general |
| Commands held | 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor, 197th Infantry Brigade 2nd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division 1st Armored Division Multi-National Force – Iraq V Corps |
| Battles/wars | Persian Gulf War Iraq War |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit Bronze Star |
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