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COMMANDER // 1868–1954

Frank Tompkins

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1868 – 1954

1875190019251950Mexican Border War · 1910-1919Battle of Parral — April 12, 1916 · United States · Mexican Border War

Active service 1916 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 48.

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Colonel Frank Tompkins was an officer in the United States Army. Tompkins served in numerous conflicts including the Spanish–American War, the Philippine–American War, the Mexican Border War, and World War I. Recommended by General John J. Pershing for the Medal of Honor, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his leadership during the 1916 Battle of Columbus, New Mexico.

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Battles (1)

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