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LeRoy Eltinge
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Brigadier general Eltinge, Chaumont, November 1918
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| Born | September 17, 1872 South Woodstock, New York, US |
| Died | May 13, 1931 (aged 58) Fort Omaha, Nebraska, US |
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| Allegiance |  United States |
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 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1896–1931 |
| Rank |  Brigadier general |
| Service number | 0-502 |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War Second Occupation of Cuba Pancho Villa Expedition World War I |
| Awards | Silver Star Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Honour Croix de Guerre Order of the Crown (Belgium) Order of the Crown of Italy Companion of the Bath Order of La Solidaridad |
| Spouse(s) | Effee B. Trotter |
| Children | 1 |
LeRoy Eltinge (born September 17, 1872 – died May 13, 1931) was an important officer in the United States Army. He served in the military during the late 1800s and early 1900s. He fought in several major conflicts, including the Spanish–American War and World War I. For his brave service, he received many honors, such as the Distinguished Service Medal.
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Early Life and Military Training
LeRoy Eltinge was born on September 17, 1872, in South Woodstock, New York. He attended the United States Military Academy, also known as West Point. This is a famous school where future army officers are trained. He graduated from West Point in 1896. After graduating, he became an officer in the 4th Cavalry Regiment.
Service in Early Conflicts
Eltinge's military career began with service in the Philippines. He was there from 1898 to 1899 during the Spanish–American War. He returned to the Philippines from 1901 to 1903 for the Philippine–American War. During this conflict, he was wounded, showing his bravery in battle. For his actions, he was awarded the Silver Star.
Later, from 1906 to 1907, Eltinge served in the Second Occupation of Cuba. He continued his education at the School of the Line in 1908, where he was an honor graduate. After finishing the Army Staff College in 1909, he taught there until 1912. In 1914, he went to the border of Mexico. He also took part in the Pancho Villa Expedition in 1916.
World War I Service
On July 28, 1917, LeRoy Eltinge traveled to France to join the General Staff. He worked in the G-3 Operations Section, which plans and directs military operations. On May 1, 1918, he became the Deputy Chief of Staff. Just a few months later, on August 1, 1918, he was promoted to the rank of brigadier general. This is a high rank in the army.
General Eltinge's important work in France ended on June 30, 1919. For his great efforts during World War I, he received the Distinguished Service Medal. He also earned many awards from other countries.
Later Career and Legacy
After World War I, Eltinge continued his service. From 1921 to 1923, he was the Assistant Chief of Staff for the Philippine Department. Later, from June 2, 1924, to April 19, 1925, he served as the Commanding General of the Operations and Training Division of the U.S. Army.
LeRoy Eltinge passed away on May 13, 1931, in Fort Omaha. He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, a special place where many American heroes are laid to rest.
His legacy lives on through the ship USS General LeRoy Eltinge (AP-154). This ship was launched in 1944 and named in his honor.
Personal Life
LeRoy Eltinge married Effee B. Trotter on December 3, 1897. They had one daughter together. He was a Baptist.
Awards and Honors
General LeRoy Eltinge received many awards for his service:
- Silver Star (United States)
- Distinguished Service Medal (United States)
- Legion of Honour (France)
- Croix de Guerre (France)
- Order of the Crown (Belgium) (Belgium)
- Order of the Crown of Italy (Italy)
- Companion of the Bath (United Kingdom)
- Order of La Solidaridad (Panama)
