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William C. Westmoreland

William Childs Westmoreland wearing a military uniform.

General William Westmoreland. Wikimedia Commons.

(1914-2005) General William C. Westmoreland, born in Spartanburg, led the American troops during a pivotal time in the Vietnam War. He was Deputy Commander of Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) from 1964-1968 and Army Chief of Staff from 1968-1972.

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South Carolina Encyclopedia - William Childs Westmoreland
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Thoughtco - General William Westmoreland
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