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Westmoreland’s Rise From West Point to Vietnam Commander
The Howitzer yearbook notes William Childs Westmoreland’s early promise and lifelong ascent. Born March 26 1914 in Spartansburg South Carolina he rose from field artillery to lead the 101st Airborne to key roles, culminating as commander in Vietnam. His career spans Hawaii Fort Bragg Korea and the Pentagon culminating in three years as Vietnam commander.
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West Point
William Childs Westmoreland
Westmoreland
Vietnam
Spartansburg
S.C
82Nd Airborne Division
Army War College
Fort Leavenworth
Kansas
Carlisle Barracks
187Th Airborne