Ralph Baker (general)

Ralph O. "Rob" Baker
Allegiance  United States of America
Service/branch  United States Army
Years of service 1982–2013
Rank Brigadier General
Spouse(s) Biography
Website Internet Archive

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| relations = | laterwork = | signature = | signature_size = | signature_alt = | website = | module = }} Ralph O. "Rob" Baker is a retired United States Army Brigadier General who was formerly a major general and commander of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa.[1] He was fired from command for misconduct in connection with sexual assault and alcohol charges in March 2013, assessed a fine, demoted to brigadier general and forced to retire September 2013 after a 31-year military career.[2] Soldiers serving under Baker at Camp Lemmonier said he had a history of heavy drinking.[2]

Ralph Baker is a 1978 graduate of Aberdeen High School in Maryland.[3] He then attended the United States Military Academy and received a bachelor's degree in 1982.[4] He later earned master's degrees from Central Michigan University and the Naval War College.[4]

Ralph Baker was commissioned a second lieutenant of infantry after graduating from West Point.[4] He has commanded the 5th Battalion of the 20th Infantry Regiment and the 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 1st Armored Division.[3][4]

References

  1. ↑ Megan McCloskey (4 April 2013). "Baker relieved of duties as Task Force-Horn of Africa commander". Stars and Stripes. Retrieved 5 April 2013.
  2. 1 2 Dan Lamothe (1 October 2014). "Army general, accused of sexual assault by senior adviser, retired quietly with demotion". The Washington Post. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  3. 1 2 John Hesterly (2 February 2012). "Aberdeen High graduate Baker receives second star". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved 28 August 2015.
  4. 1 2 3 4 Laura Caswell (16 February 2011). "Brigadier General Ralph O. Baker: Director for Operational Plans and Joint Force Development, J7" (PDF). Retrieved 28 August 2015.


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