Guy S. Meloy Jr.

War Hero

Birthday September 4, 1903

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Maryland

DEATH DATE Dec 14, 1964 (61)

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About

Decorated Army general who served in World War II and the Korean War.

Before Fame

He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army following his graduation from West Point.

Trivia

He served as an infantry division Chief of Staff during World War II. After the war, he returned home to teach at Texas A&M, only to deploy again during the Korean War.

Family Life

His son, Guy S. Meloy III, was a Vietnam War hero.

Associated With

He and Gary E. Luck both rose from the starting rank of second lieutenant to become respected and decorated generals.