Michael E. Lynch - Edward M. Almond and the US Army

EDWARD M. ALMOND
AND THE US ARMY

AMERICAN WARRIORS

Throughout the nations history, numerous men and women of all ranks and branches of the US military have served their country with honor and distinction. During times of war and peace, there are individuals whose exemplary achievements embody the highest standards of the US armed forces. The aim of the American Warriors series is to examine the unique historical contributions of these individuals, whose legacies serve as enduring examples for soldiers and citizens alike. The series will promote a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the US armed forces.

SERIES EDITOR: Joseph Craig

An AUSA Book

EDWARD M. ALMOND
AND THE US ARMY

From the 92nd Infantry Division to the X Corps

Michael E. Lynch

Copyright 2019 by The University Press of Kentucky

Scholarly publisher for the Commonwealth, serving Bellarmine University, Berea College, Centre College of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, The Filson Historical Society, Georgetown College, Kentucky Historical Society, Kentucky State University, Morehead State University, Murray State University, Northern Kentucky University, Transylvania University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and Western Kentucky University.

All rights reserved.

Editorial and Sales Offices: The University Press of Kentucky

663 South Limestone Street, Lexington, Kentucky 40508-4008

www.kentuckypress.com

Cataloging-in-Publication data is available from the Library of Congress.

ISBN 978-0-8131-7798-4 (hardcover : alk. paper)

ISBN 978-0-8131-7800-4 (pdf)

ISBN 978-0-8131-7801-1 (epub)

This book is printed on acid-free paper meeting the requirements of the American National Standard for Permanence in Paper for Printed Library Materials.

Manufactured in the United States of America

Member of the Association of University Presses

For all the many other soldiers whose stories are yet to be told

Contents

List of Tables

List of Maps

List of Abbreviations

Preface

Edward Mallory Ned Almond belonged to that generation of US Army officers who came of age during World War I and then ascended to senior command positions in World War II and the Korean War. Almonds early military life differed little from that of his contemporaries, who included such luminaries as General Omar N. Bradley. Ambition and the drive to excel made Almond and his peers stand out as young officers and destined them for future prominence.