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Lucius
Roy
Holbrook
April 30, 1875

–

October 19, 1952

Cemetery:

Morris Hill Cemetery

Lucius Holbrook graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1896. He retired in 1939 as a U.S. Army Major General.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Field Artillery)

    Regiment:

    7th Field Artillery Regiment

    Division:

    1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Action Date:

    May 27 – 31, 1918
    Headquarters, 1st Division, A.E.F., General Orders No. 29 (June 22, 1918)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Colonel (Field Artillery) Lucius Roy Holbrook, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 7th Field Artillery, 1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action during the operations connected with the capture and defense of Cantigny, France, 27 to 31 May 1918. Colonel Holbrook displayed conspicuous skill in handling his artillery groups in the attack and during subsequent bombardments, in preserving the mission of his guns, and in changing and adjusting his barrage lines during the advance so as to support and protect the infantry in a highly efficient manner. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel Holbrook, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Regiment:

    1st Field Artillery Brigade

    Division:

    1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Action Date:

    World War I
    War Department, General Orders No. 19 (1926)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General Lucius Roy Holbrook, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commander of the 7th Field Artillery and the 1st Field Artillery Brigade, 1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces, General Holbrook with great distinction directed the artillery support of the 1st Division in the attacks on Cantigny and the Soissons salient. His careful judgment and high military attainments were shown in the accuracy and timeliness of the fire from the batteries under his direction, which, despite the difficulties involved, contributed materially to the success of the operations.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Cavalry)

    Action Date:

    1899 – 1902
    U.S. Military Academy Register of Graduates

    First Lieutenant (Cavalry) Lucius Roy Holbrook, United States Army, was cited for gallantry in action during the Philippine Insurrection, 1899 to 1902.