Frank Ellis Bamford

Frank Ellis Bamford (November 15, 1865 – June 27, 1932) was an American Brigadier general active during World War I.

Frank Ellis Bamford
Bamford and Duncan Kennedy Major, Jr. (1876-1947) in 1918
Born(1865-11-15)November 15, 1865
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
DiedMay 27, 1932(1932-05-27) (aged 66)
Service/branchUnited States Army

Early life

Bamford was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1887, he graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in mechanical engineering.[1]

Career

On July 14, 1891, Bamford enlisted in the Second Infantry and quickly progressed from corporal sergeant to sergeant major of the regiment. On October 7, 1893 he was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Fifth Infantry.[2]

In April 1898, he was promoted to first lieutenant and transferred to the 15th Infantry. On February 2, 1901, Bamford became a captain and went to the 28th Infantry.[2]

During World War I, he commanded a battalion, regiment, and brigade, as well as the First Infantry Division in France. He organized and conducted the Second Corps School and also commanded the army school in Langres, France. Bamford was promoted to brigadier general of the National Army on August 8, 1918.[2]

Awards

For his service, Bamford was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal.

Death and legacy

Frank Ellis Bamford died at the age of sixty-six on June 27, 1932.[2]

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References
  1. Davis, Henry Blaine. Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, 1998. P. 19 ISBN 1571970886 OCLC 231779136
  2. Davis, Henry Blaine. Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, 1998. P. 20 ISBN 1571970886 OCLC 231779136

Bibliography
  • Davis, Henry Blaine. Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, 1998. ISBN 1571970886 OCLC 231779136
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