Paul Newgarden
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Paul W. Newgarden
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Major General Paul W. Newgarden
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| Born | 24 February 1892 Philadelphia, PA |
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1913-1944[1] |
| Rank | Major General |
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| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards |  Legion of Merit |
Major General Paul Woolever Newgarden (24 February 1892 - 14 July 1944)[2] was an American general during World War II. Prior to his death he commanded the 10th Armored Division (United States). The 10th Armored Division "Tigers” played a key role in several engagements during World War II. While Major General William H. H. Morris took the "Tigers" into battle, Newgarden was the first to command and train them. Newgarden died in a plane crash over Chattanooga, Tennessee while returning to Fort Knox.
Commands
1936 - 1940 Assistant Chief of Staff (G-3), VI Corps
1941 - 1942 Commanding Officer 41st Armored Infantry Regiment
1942 - 1942 Commanding Officer Combat Command A, 2nd Armored Division
1942 - 1944 Commanding General 10th Armored Division
References
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4 10th Armored Division web page [1]
