Augustine McIntyre, Jr.
Augustine McIntyre, Jr. (July 19, 1876 – September 6, 1954) was an American brigadier general during World War I.
Augustine McIntyre, Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 19, 1876 Chattanooga, Tennessee |
| Died | September 6, 1954 (aged 78) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| United States Army | |
| Spouse(s) | Jane Clemens Swigert |
Early life and education
McIntyre was born on July 19, 1876 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He attended the United States Military Academy, graduating with the class of 1900.[1] McIntyre played baseball on the Army team.[1]
Career
McIntyre received a commission with the cavalry. He transferred to the artillery and served with the Sixth Artillery.[1]
McIntyre was promoted to Brigadier general on April 15, 1918.[2]
McIntyre commanded the 13th Field Artillery.[1][3] He then commanded the Field Artillery School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.[1]
He taught military science and tactics at the University of Missouri.[1]
Personal life
McIntyre married Jane Clemens Swigert on May 10, 1906.[1]
References
- Davis, Jr., Henry Blaine (1998). Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, Inc. p. 257. ISBN 1571970886.
- "Congressional Record: Proceedings and Debates of the ... Congress". U.S. Government Printing Office. March 11, 1918 – via Google Books.
- Interior, United States Dept of the (March 11, 1930). "Annual Report of the Department of the Interior". U.S. Government Printing Office – via Google Books.
- Davis, Jr., Henry Blaine (1998). Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, Inc. p. 258. ISBN 1571970886.
- https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18741660/augustine-mcintyre
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