Bennett L. Lewis
Bennett Leonard Lewis (born 18 June 1926) is a retired lieutenant general in the United States Army who served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Mobilization and Director, Defense Mobilization Systems Planning Activity.[1] He graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1950[2] with a B.S. degree in military science. He later earned an M.S. degree in civil engineering from Harvard University[1] in 1955.[3]
Bennett Lewis | |
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| Nickname(s) | Ben |
| Born | 18 June 1926 Boston, Massachusetts U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1950–1980s |
| Rank | Lieutenant general |
| Commands held | Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Mobilization |
| Battles/wars | World War 2 Korean War Vietnam War |
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His military honors include the Distinguished Service Medal[2] and three awards of the Legion of Merit.[1]
References
- "Lieutenant General Bennett L. Lewis". Army Executive Biographies. Headquarters, Department of the Army. 1985. p. 63. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- "Bennett Lewis - Recipient". Valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2020-01-13.
- "Class of 1950—Register of Graduates". Official Register of the Officers and Cadets. United States Military Academy. 1969. p. 639. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
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