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Henry Everett "Hank" Emerson

Boston, Massachusetts

1925 - 2015

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Emerson, Lt. Gen. Henry Everett "Hank" (Retired) Henry Everett "Hank" Emerson a retired United States Army Lieutenant General, best known for being the commander of the 2nd Infantry Division in South Korea during the mid-1970s when Colin Powell served as a battalion commander, passed away...

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Hank was my Godfather. He is dearly missed Maj. Steve Williams

As an NCO at Ft Bragg when hen he took command I dilengtly listened to his change of command speech. That was shortly after the fall of Vietam. Even after nearly 50 years some of his words still echo. That motivation he gave. The dedication to troops. The common sense understanding he had was second to none. Ge was the definition of leadership. I salute you to this day. God rest your soul.

I served Under the General at Ft.Bragg NC in 1975 he was the best commander I ever served under he really cared for his men especially enlisted troops I remembered when Sgt.Charles Mooney return from the 76 Olympic the General came over to 1St.COCOM to not only greet Mooney but took the time to speak with each and everyone of the enlisted men and got back in his little red Volkswagen driving off by himself he didn't have a bunch of other officer's with him he came by himself now how many 3...

The best Commander I ever had in the United States Army! Second To None! 2nd Infantry Division Korea

The Greatest Commander Ever!

He was the best general. The gunfighter. I served with him. He was the best.

Bob & Martha Cain

Those exciting Pro Life boxing smokers, where we squared off against the USMC boxers will always live in my memory. The pursuit of Golden Gloves will never leave my heart...as will your personal pursuit of excellence, as well as, ours remains ~forever.Only Gen Schwarzkopf, ever came near you, for soulfully loving your soldiers, officer & enlisted. Rest warm, sir & know we admire you still~& will follow with pride.