Herbert B. Powell
Herbert B. Powell | |
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Major General Herbert B. Powell c. 1956 | |
| Born | 13 July 1903 Monmouth, Oregon |
| Died | 3 April 1998 (aged 94) Williamsburg, Virginia |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1919–1963 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | United States Continental Army Command Third United States Army United States Army Pacific 25th Infantry Division 17th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (3) Purple Heart Air Medal |
| Other work | United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa (1963–67) |
Herbert Butler Powell (13 July 1903 – 3 April 1998) was a United States Army general and diplomat. He served as Commanding General of the United States Continental Army Command, and was later United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa.