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Hartel, Frederick, BG USA(Ret).
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Date of Passing Nov 29, 2000
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Last Known Activity:
Commanding General of Berlin Brigade (61 - 64) during the construction of the Berlin Wall and during President John Kennedy's visit inwhich JFK said, "Ich bin ein Berliner.".
MOS 2162-Operations & Training Staff Officer (G3 A3 S3)
Base, Fort or City Not Specified
State/Country France
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13th Airborne Division Details
The 13th Airborne Division was an airborne formation in the United States Army during World War II, and was commanded by Major General Eldridge Chapman.[1] It was officially activated in August 1943 at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, remaining active until February 1946, but never saw combat.