Ben Harrell
Ben Harrell (March 15, 1911 – July 26, 1981) was a United States Army four star general who served as Commander, Allied Land Forces South East Europe from 1968 to 1971. A 1933 graduate of the United States Military Academy, Harrell also served as the Commander, 101st Airborne Division and as a member of the Howze Board.
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| Born | March 15, 1911 Medford, Oregon |
| Died | July 26, 1981 (aged 70) Monterey, California |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1933–1971 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands held | Sixth United States Army 101st Airborne Division |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal |
Harrell was born in Medford, Oregon on March 15, 1911.[1] He died in 1981.
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