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James J. Lindsay
1932 - 2023
James J. Lindsay
1932 - 2023
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BORN
1932
DIED
2023
James Lindsay Obituary
Gen. James J. Lindsay was a retired four-star general in the United States Army who commanded the 82nd Airborne Division, served as the first leader of Special Operations Command (SOCOM), and helped found the Airborne and Special Operations Museum.
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(Photo:Russell Roederer/U.S. Army)
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Col(ret) and Mrs Tony Lackey
August 12, 2023
It was an honor and privilege to serve with and for Gen Lindsay. Kay and send our sincere condolences to the family.
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Frank A Miller
August 9, 2023
Gen Lindsay was great man whom I had the honor to meet and talk to several times. During my time at Fort Bragg
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