Charles Martin Gettys | |
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![]() Gettys as a major general commanding U.S. Army Alaska in 1972 | |
Born | Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. | January 1, 1915
Died | November 20, 1982 Walter Reed Army Medical Center | (aged 67)
Buried | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1938–1973 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands | 23rd Infantry Division |
Battles / wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Distinguished Service Medal 3 Silver Star 2 Legion of Merit 3 Bronze Star |
Charles Martin Gettys (January 1, 1915 – November 20, 1982) was a United States Army Major General who served as commander of the 23rd Infantry Division (Americal Division) during the Vietnam War.