Abrams Named Westmoreland Deputy in Vietnam Command
President Johnson designated Gen. Creighton W. Abrams Jr. as deputy to Gen. William C. Westmoreland in Vietnam, while Lt. Gen. Ralph E. Haines will become vice chief of staff. The reshuffle also moves Lt. Gen. Bruce Palmer to Vietnam and reassings Gen. John Heintges to Europe. Abrams said he will serve as Westmoreland’s assistant across duties.
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Abrams Leads Tank Battalion Through European Campaign
Abrams commanded a tank battalion in Europe from Normandy onward. His unit often pressed ahead of Patton’s 3rd Army and was cut off at times. They led the breakthrough to Bastogne relieving Gen McAuliffe and the American defenders at the siege.
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Abrams Decorated with High Honors and Family Ties
Abrams received the Distinguished Service Cross and the Silver Star along with medals from Britain France and Korea. He is married to Julia Harvey and the couple has six children.
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