Robert A. McClure
Robert Alexis McClure | |
|---|---|
McClure as a Brigadier General | |
| Born | March 4, 1897 |
| Died | January 1, 1957 (aged 59) |
| Buried | Fairmount Cemetery, Madison, Indiana |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | Philippine Constabulary United States Army |
| Service years | 1916-1917 (Philippine Constabulary) 1917-1957 (U.S. Army) |
| Rank | Major General |
| Unit | Office of Psychological Warfare |
| Conflicts | World War I World War II Korean War Cold War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal |
| Alma mater | Kentucky Military Institute |
| Spouse |
Marjory Crandal Leitch
(m. 1918) |
| Children | 2 |
Robert Alexis McClure (March 4, 1897 – January 1, 1957) was an American general, psychological warfare specialist, and is considered the father of U.S. Army Special Warfare.