Duncan, George Brand, 1861-1950.

United States Army General.

George Brand Duncan, born in Lexington, Ky., graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1886, then served at various posts in the United States until 1893. His participation in the Spanish-American war led to an assignment in the Philippines, where he served until 1905. In 1916, Duncan was serving on the general staff in the office of the Chief of Staff, along with Douglas MacArthur, who was then a major. During World War I, Duncan went to France, where he commanded the 77th Division and was promoted to Major General. It was then that Duncan became associated with Samuel M. Wilson, also from Lexington, who served as Judge Advocate for the Division. Duncan received several medals for his leadership and retired from the service in 1925.