Walton Walker

Walton Walker

Walton Harris Walker (December 3, 1889 – December 23, 1950) was an American army officer and the first commander of the U.S. Eighth Army during the Korean War.

Read more about Walton Walker:  Biography, World War II, Post-World War II, Korean War, Death, Awards and Decorations, Legacy and Honors

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