Richard G. Stilwell | |
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![]() General Stilwell in the 1970s | |
Born | Buffalo, New York, U.S. | February 24, 1917
Died | December 25, 1991[1][2] Falls Church, Virginia, U.S. | (aged 74)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1938–1976 |
Rank | General |
Commands | United States Forces Korea Sixth United States Army XXIV Corps 1st Armored Division 15th Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Distinguished Service Medal (4) Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (4) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal (3) Purple Heart |
Richard Giles Stilwell (February 24, 1917 – December 25, 1991) was a United States Army general who served as Commander United States Forces Korea from 1973 to 1976, and acting Commander of the U.S. Army Pacific from September to December 1974. He was not closely related to General Joseph W. Stilwell.