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Thomas Seelye Arms (March 22, 1893 – September 30, 1970) was abrigadier general duringWorld War II. During the war, He commanded the159th Infantry Regiment and theReplacement and Training Command.
Thomas Seelye Arms | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1893-03-22)March 22, 1893 Cleveland, Ohio, US |
| Died | 30 September 1970(1970-09-30) (aged 77) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Commands | 159th Infantry, Replacement and Training Command |
| Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit |
Arms was born in Cleveland, Ohio. Prior to military service, he attendedVirginia Military Institute and graduated with a bachelor's degree in science. During World War I, he was commissioned into the infantry.[1][2] After the war, Arms served as instructor at the Infantry School and the Ohio National Guard.[1]
During World War II, Arms was commander of the 159th Infantry regiment until 1942. He was an instructor in China and India until February 1945. In March of that year, he was promoted to Brigadier General, but reverted to Colonel in the following month. In the final year of his service, Arms was commander of theReplacement and Training Command.[1]
Arms retired from service in September 1946. He died on September 30, 1970.[1] He was buried inArlington National Cemetery.[3]
Arms had a son named Thomas Seelye Arms Jr., who also was an American military officer.[4][5]