Gordon, Walter Henry, 1863-1924

Walter Henry Gordon (b. June 24, 1863, Artonish, Mississippi-d. April 26, 1924, Washington, D.C.), Major General in the U.S. Army, graduated from West Point and was commissioned in the infantry in 1886. After fighting in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine Insurrection, he served on the General Staff and in the Philippines. In 1917 he commanded the 15th Infantry in China, and during World War I he commanded the 10th Brigade in France and was also commanding officer, 6th Division. Prior to General Gordon's retirement, he served as Deputy Chief Of Staff.

From the description of Gordon, Walter Henry, 1863-1924 (U.S. National Archives and Records Administration). naId: 10598485