Jonathan M. Wainwright (general)

Jonathan M. Wainwright (general)

Jonathan Mayhew "Skinny" Wainwright IV (August 23, 1883 – September 2, 1953) was a career American army officer and the commander of Allied forces in the Philippines at the time of their surrender to the Empire of Japan during World War II. Wainwright is a recipient of the Medal of Honor.

Read more about Jonathan M. Wainwright (general):  Early Life and Training, World War I, Inter-War Period, World War II, Medal of Honor Citation, Post-War Years and Retirement, Awards and Honors, Film, Works

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