William Orlando Darby
Officer and military personnel
William O. Darby was a career United States Army officer who fought in World War II, where he was killed in action at age 34 in Italy. He was posthumously promoted to brigadier general. Darby was the founding commander of the First Ranger... Wikipedia
Born: February 8, 1911, Fort Smith, AR
Died: April 30, 1945 (age 34 years), Nago–Torbole, Italy
Place of burial: Fort Smith National Cemetery, Fort Smith, AR
Awards: Silver Star, Bronze Star Medal, and Distinguished Service Order
Battles/wars: World War II
Rank: Brigadier General
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