Lieutenant General James F. Hollingsworth

James Francis Hollingsworth’s foray into WWII started on a great note as he started as a lieutenant taking over the North African campaign. He was just 26 when he not only became the commander of an armored regiment but also became a part of the Allied invasion of Europe and Germany. Hollingsworth served in the Third Army during World War II with the 2nd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, and suffered several injuries being wounded five times.

Hollingsworth’s next military exploit was in Vietnam War in 1966 where he won the 1st Infantry Division’s assistant commander.

Although he was often admonished by his seniors for getting too involved in the command duties, Hollingsworth’s skills were never doubted by anyone. He won several awards that including Distinguished Service Medals (four), Distinguished Service Crosses (three), and Purple Hearts (six).