Edward J. O'Neill (general)

For the Rhode Island state senator, see Edward J. O'Neill (politician).
Edward J. O'Neill
Born(1902-03-24)March 24, 1902
St. Albans, Vermont
DiedJanuary 9, 1979(1979-01-09) (aged 76)
Arlington, Virginia
Buried
Arlington National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Army
Service years1924–1962
RankLieutenant General
CommandsFirst United States Army
United States Army Communication Zone, Europe
ConflictsWorld War II
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
SpouseMarie Cronin (m. 1933)
Children4
RelationsJerome O'Neill (nephew)
Other workConsultant, Aerojet General Corporation

Edward Joseph O'Neill (March 24, 1902 – January 9, 1979) was a career United States Army officer and battalion combat commander in World War II. He later commanded logistics and support organizations and senior military staff in Europe during the Cold War-era.

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