Jackson, Charles, 1917-
Charles A. Jackson was a United States (U.S.) Army officer who attained the rank of brigadier general. He graduated from the Citadel in 1942. During World War II (WWII), he saw action in the North African and Italian campaigns. After the war, he was discharged and then was recalled to duty in 1952 with the 40th Infantry Division in the Korean War. During the later 1950s, he attended the Armed Forces Staff College (AFSC) and was assigned to the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff (CoS) for Military Operations (DCSOPS). After several commands and staff positions, Jackson was assigned to Vietnam in 1967 as commander of the 1st Brigade and chief of staff of the 4th Infantry Division. From 1968 through 1969, he was assigned to the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS). Jackson returned to Vietnam as an advisor in 1970 and in 1971 was assigned to the 2nd Armored Division.
From the description of Charles A. Jackson photograph collection. 1965-1971. (US Army, Mil Hist Institute). WorldCat record id: 51866763
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