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General Walton Walker

General Walton Walker was a high-ranking U.S. Army officer who served during World War II and the Korean War. He is best known for leading American forces in the early stages of the Korean War. Walker was skilled at organizing and motivating troops, and he emphasized mobility and coordination. Tragically, he died in 1950 when his military vehicle was hit by enemy fire. His leadership was influential in shaping U.S. military strategies during the Korean conflict.