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Lieutenant General John Wilson O'Daniel (February 15, 1894 – March 27, 1975), nicknamed "Iron Mike", was a senior United States Army officer who served in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. He is perhaps best known for serving with the 3rd Infantry Division in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and Southern France during World War II.
June 20, 1953. Overview. Lieutenant General John W. O’Daniel and a small entourage arrive in Vietnam to assess the situation in Indochina on behalf of the United States.
Lieutenant General John Wilson O'Daniel (February 15, 1894 – March 27, 1975), nicknamed "Iron Mike", was a senior United States Army officer who served in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. He is perhaps best known for serving with the 3rd Infantry Division in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and Southern France during World War II.
John O’Daniel, a veteran of three wars, headed one of the first American military-assistance groups in Indochina and was known for his strong opinions. During WWI he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross and the nickname “Iron Mike” for his heroic actions at Saint-Mihiel in France.
Aug 17, 2020 · Learn about the life and achievements of John W. O'Daniel, a UD alumnus and a legendary general who fought in two world wars. He earned the Distinguished Service Cross, captured Hitler's mountain retreat, and faced the French and German generals.
Oct 24, 2022 · General John W. O’Daniel’s 3rd Division was to jump off as part of Operation Grandslam at 9 pm on January 22, force a crossing of the Fecht and Ill Rivers in the Guemar-Ostheim area, then pivot to the south and force a crossing over the Colmar Canal in the Wickerschwihr area.
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The battle sled, invented by Brig. Gen. John W. O'Daniel (Truscott's successor as commander of the 3d Division), was half a torpedo shell, just large enough to hold one soldier lying down.
