Carl E. Vuono facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Carl E. Vuono
Vuono in 1991
Born	(1934-10-18) 18 October 1934 (age 90) Monongahela, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Allegiance	United States
Service/branch	United States Army
Years of service	1957–1991
Rank	General
Commands held	Chief of Staff of the United States Army United States Army Training and Doctrine Command United States Army Command and General Staff College Commander, 8th Infantry Div 1st Battalion, 77th Field Artillery Regiment
Battles/wars	Vietnam War
Awards	Defense Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal (3) Navy Distinguished Service Medal Air Force Distinguished Service Medal Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device (5)
Other work	CEO, Military Professional Resources Inc.

Carl Edward Vuono was born on October 18, 1934. He is a retired U.S. Army general. From 1987 to 1991, he served as the top leader of the U.S. Army, known as the Chief of Staff of the United States Army.

Early Life and Army Career

An Army portrait of General Vuono.

Carl Vuono was born in Monongahela, Pennsylvania. He started his military journey after graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, in 1957. He became an officer in the field artillery, which means he specialized in using large guns and cannons.

General Vuono served three times in South Vietnam. He was an important officer with the 1st Infantry Division in 1966–67. Later, he worked with the 1st Cavalry Division. He also commanded the 1st Battalion of the 77th Field Artillery Regiment. After that, he led the artillery for the 82d Airborne Division.

He quickly moved up in the Army ranks. He served several times in the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command. This command is responsible for training soldiers and developing new strategies. In 1986, he became the commander of this important group.

Life After the Army

After retiring from the Army, General Vuono joined a company called Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI) in 1993. This company provides military training and support services. Since 1999, he has been the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MPRI.

In 2000, another company, L-3 Communications, bought MPRI. General Vuono was offered a senior leadership role at L-3 Communications. In 2003, he received the Distinguished Graduate Award from the West Point Association of Graduates. This award honors former students who have achieved great success. He also has an honorary doctorate degree from Shippensburg University.

Awards and Honors

General Vuono received many awards for his service. These awards show his bravery and dedication.

	Defense Distinguished Service Medal
	Army Distinguished Service Medal with two bronze oak leaf clusters
	Navy Distinguished Service Medal
	Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
	Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
	Legion of Merit
	Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device and four oak leaf clusters
	Meritorious Service Medal
	Air Medal (12 awards)
	Army Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters
	Meritorious Unit Commendation
	National Defense Service Medal with one service star
	Vietnam Service Medal with four Service stars
	Army Service Ribbon
	Army Overseas Service Ribbon with bronze award numeral 2
	Order of Military Merit (Grand Cross) (Brazil)
	Order of National Security Merit (Korea) Gugseon Medal
	National Order of Merit (France) (Commander)
	Gallantry Cross (Vietnam) with Silver Star
	Vietnam Armed Forces Honor Medal 1st class
	Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation
	Civil Actions Medal Unit Citation (Vietnam)
	Vietnam Campaign Medal