Leo H. Schweiter

Leo Henry Schweiter
BG Schweiter in 1967
Born(1917-04-16)April 16, 1917
Wichita, Kansas, U.S.
DiedAugust 23, 1972(1972-08-23) (aged 55)
Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Buried
Arlington National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch United States Army
Service years1938–1972
Rank Major General
Commands173rd Airborne Brigade
Conflicts
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Distinguished Flying Cross
Bronze Star
Spouse
Virginia Van Pflaum
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(m. 1954)​
Children4

Leo Henry Schweiter (April 16, 1917 – August 23, 1972) was a United States Army Major General who served as commander of the 173rd Airborne Brigade during the Vietnam War.

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