Frank Parker (United States Army officer)

For other people named Frank Parker, see Frank Parker (disambiguation).
Frank Parker
Parker in October 1918, while still a brigadier general.
Born(1872-09-21)September 21, 1872
Georgetown County, South Carolina, US
DiedMarch 13, 1947(1947-03-13) (aged 74)
Chicago, Illinois, US
Buried
Mansfield Cemetery, Mansfield, Ohio
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Army
Service years1894–1936
RankMajor General
Service number0-440
CommandsThird Army
Eighth Corps Area
1st Division
Philippine Department
Sixth Corps Area
ConflictsSpanish–American War
World War I
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star Citation (2)
SpouseKatherine Hamilton Lahm

Major General Frank Parker (September 21, 1872 – March 13, 1947) was a United States Army officer who had a distinguished military career spanning over forty years, which included service in the Spanish–American War and World War I. He served with distinction during the latter conflict, commanding a regiment, a brigade, and a division, and earning numerous decorations for gallantry in the process. His awards include the Army Distinguished Service Medal, two Silver Star Citations, and numerous foreign decorations and civilian accolades.

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