General John Reed Hodge was a highly decoratedsenior officer of the United States Army. His final assignment before retiring was as chief of Army Field Forces from 1952 to 1953. Wikipedia
Born: June 12, 1893, Golconda, IL
Died: November 12, 1963 (age 70 years), Washington, D.C.
Awards: Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Air Medal, and more