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Frank Herman Albright
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Albright as a captain in 1904. From The Debris, the Purdue University yearbook
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| Born | August 2, 1865 Ottawa, Ohio |
| Died | July 21, 1940 (aged 74) San Diego, California |
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Mount Hope Cemetery, San Diego, California
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| Allegiance | United States |
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United States Army |
| Years of service | 1887-1919 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Service number | 0-13384 |
| Unit | U.S. Army Infantry Branch |
| Commands held | Company E, 25th Infantry Regiment 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment 3rd Battalion, 25th Infantry Regiment 54th Infantry Regiment 151st Infantry Brigade 56th Infantry Brigade Haute-Garonne Leave Area 21st Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War World War I |
| Spouse(s) | Minnie L. Scott (m. 1891–1940, his death) |
| Relations | Winfield Scott (chaplain) (father in law) |
Frank Herman Albright (born August 2, 1865 – died July 21, 1940) was a brave soldier and important leader in the United States Army. He fought in three major wars: the Spanish–American War, the Philippine–American War, and World War I. He rose through the ranks to become a brigadier general. During World War I, he was especially known for leading the 151st Infantry Brigade and the 56th Infantry Brigade.
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Early Life and Army Start
Frank Herman Albright was born in Ottawa, Ohio, on August 2, 1865. He decided to join the military and went to the United States Military Academy, also known as West Point. He graduated in 1887.
After West Point, he became a second lieutenant in the Army's Infantry. His first assignments took him to different forts in places like Dakota Territory and Arizona.
Moving Up in the Ranks
Albright's early career involved moving to various army posts across the country. In 1895, he was promoted to first lieutenant. He also spent time teaching military science at the University of North Dakota. This helped him gain more experience and leadership skills.
Fighting in Wars
Frank Albright was a soldier during a time of many changes and conflicts for the United States. He served in three important wars.
Spanish-American War
When the Spanish–American War began in 1898, Albright helped prepare soldiers for duty. He led a company of soldiers from North Dakota in Puerto Rico. This was an important step in his military career. In March 1899, he was promoted to captain.
Philippine-American War
Soon after, in August 1899, Albright and his regiment were sent to the Philippines to fight in the Philippine–American War. He commanded Company E and served in different towns there. After his service overseas, he returned to the United States in 1902.
Continued Service and Promotions
After the wars, Albright continued his army career. From 1903 to 1905, he taught military science at Purdue University. He then returned to commanding troops at various forts, including Fort Reno and Fort Bliss, Texas.
He also served as a commissary officer, which meant he was in charge of supplies for his regiment. He was promoted to major in 1911. He then commanded a battalion of the 14th Infantry Regiment in places like North Dakota and Washington. In 1914, he attended the United States Army War College, a special school for high-ranking officers. After graduating, he was promoted to lieutenant colonel in 1916.
World War I Service
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In May 1917, as the United States entered World War I, Albright was promoted to colonel. Soon after, on August 5, 1917, he became a temporary brigadier general. This was a very high rank!
He commanded the 151st Infantry Brigade, which was part of the 76th Division. He led his brigade during their service in France. Later, he also commanded the 56th Infantry Brigade. His leadership was very important during this major global conflict.
After the war ended, Albright commanded a leave area in France. He returned to his permanent rank of colonel in November 1918. When he came back to the United States, he commanded the 21st Infantry Regiment.
Retirement and Later Life
In July 1919, Frank Albright retired from the Army as a colonel. However, in 1930, a special law was passed. This law allowed generals from World War I to retire at the highest rank they had held. So, he was promoted to brigadier general on the retired list.
After leaving the Army, Albright lived in San Diego, California. He was very involved in groups for veterans and other community organizations. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the United Spanish War Veterans.
Frank Albright passed away in San Diego on July 21, 1940. He was buried at Mount Hope Cemetery in San Diego.
Family Life
In 1891, Frank Albright married Minnie L. Scott. Her father, Winfield Scott (chaplain), was also a military man who served during the American Civil War. Frank and Minnie were married until his death. They did not have any children.
