John Joseph "Black Jack" Pershing

John Joseph "Black Jack" Pershing
Era WWI
Branch U.S. Army
Rank General of the Army
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Plaque Number 41

A graduate of the US Army Military Academy, West Pont Class of 1886, General of the Armies of the United Stats of America, General John Joseph (Black Jack ) Pershing is a legend of all time for his performance during World War I.  His contribution to the security of the United Statew dates back to the "Indian Wars" 1885/5, through all conflicts up to and including World War I (1917-18).  General Pershing is the only officer ever to be granted the position of "General of the Armies of the United Sates" - above the  five star grade. 

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