Social : End a program of study 1956 at 12:00 midnight in West Point, NY (Graduated West Point)
Relationship : Meet a significant person 1967 at 12:00 midnight in West Point, NY (Met future wife at football game)
Relationship : Marriage 6 July 1968 (Brenda) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : Great Achievement January 1991 (Commander of Allies, Persian Gulf War) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Death:Death, Cause unspecified 27 December 2012 chart Placidus Equal_H.
American career military man who was known as "Stormin Norman" while Commander in Chief of the U.S. forces during the Gulf War. A 4-Star Army General and graduate of West Point, class of 1956, he was commander of the allied coalition in the Persian Gulf conflict in January 1991, having foreseen the possibilities as early as 1983. His military career is one of high achievement with awards consisting of the D.S.M., D.F.C., Silver Star and Purple Heart. He also served two tours in Vietnam during which he received two Purple Hearts and three Silver Stars.. Known for being an aggressive yet compassionate commander, the 63", 240 lb. Schwarzkopf is very patriotic, loves parades and being outdoors. He is also a gourmet cook and a hobby-magician. During his military career, spanning 35 years, he was known to have an explosive temper and little tolerance for inefficiency and ineptitude. Self-assured and a highly intelligent man with a reported I.Q. of 170, he inspires devotion from his command. He can be quite charming but is known to throw epic temper tantrums engaging in yelling and cursing behavior, and sometimes throwing things. Even as early as ten years of age he was known to say, "Someday when I become a general I want people to know that Im serious." His hobbies include hunting, fishing, skeet and trap shooting. He met his wife, Brenda, a former TWA flight attendant from Timberville, VA, in 1967 at an Army football game at West Point when he was 33 and she was 26. They were married on 7/06/1968 in a West Point wedding. In the early 70s, while stationed at Fort McNair in the Washington, DC area, the first two girls were born: Cindy and then Jessica and later on, they had son Christian. Died on 27 December 2012. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Norman Schwarzkopf Jr., born on August 22, 1934, in Trenton, United States, was a highly respected United States Army General. He is best known for his role as the commander of the Coalition Forces in the Gulf War of 1991.
While there are no recent news updates about General Schwarzkopf as he passed away in 2012, his legacy continues to be discussed in military and historical circles. His strategic brilliance in Operation Desert Storm remains a subject of study and admiration.
As General Schwarzkopf was from a pre-social media era, he did not maintain any personal social media profiles. However, his life and legacy are often highlighted on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram by military enthusiasts, historians, and organizations dedicated to preserving military history.
Norman Schwarzkopf Jr.'s legacy is preserved through various military documentaries and educational programs focusing on the Gulf War. His leadership style and strategic decisions are frequently cited in military training and leadership courses. The Schwarzkopf Military Leadership Award is given annually to recognize outstanding leadership in the military, keeping his contributions alive in the current generation.
General Schwarzkopf authored a best-selling autobiography, "It Doesn't Take a Hero," which provides insights into his life and military career. Several documentaries have been produced, detailing his role in the Gulf War and his military strategies, such as "The Gulf War" by PBS.
In addition to his military career, Norman Schwarzkopf was involved in various philanthropic efforts, focusing on children's education and health. He supported organizations like the Boggy Creek Gang, a camp for children with chronic illnesses. He was also known for his love of nature and conservation efforts.
General Schwarzkopf was known for his impactful quotes, one of the most famous being, "Leadership is a potent combination of strategy and character. But if you must be without one, be without the strategy."
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