John Frank Morrison

John Frank Morrison (December 20, 1857 - October 22, 1932) was a major general during World War I.

Early life and education

Morrison was born on December 20, 1857, in Charlottesville, New York. He attended the United States Military Academy, graduating with the class of 1881.[1][2]

Career

He was commissioned as a second lieutenant on June 11, 1881.[2]

Morrison served with the 20th Infantry in Cuba during the Spanish-American War.[3]

Morrison commanded the Western Department from 1918 to August 17, 1919.[3][2]

Personal life

Morrison married Kate McCleery on August 16, 1887.[3]

Death and legacy

Morrison died on October 22, 1932 in Washington, DC.[3][2]

References
  1. Davis, Jr., Henry Blaine (1998). Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, Inc. p. 272. ISBN 1571970886.
  2. Marquis Who's Who, Inc. Who Was Who in American History, the Military. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who, 1975. P. 394 ISBN 0837932017 OCLC 657162692
  3. Davis, Jr., Henry Blaine (1998). Generals in Khaki. Raleigh, NC: Pentland Press, Inc. p. 273. ISBN 1571970886.
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