Leon Kromer
Leon Benjamin Kromer | |
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| Born | June 25, 1876 Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | September 6, 1966 (aged 90) Germantown, Maryland, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1899–1938, 1941 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Unit | Cavalry Branch |
| Commands | Chief, United States Cavalry 11th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Philippine–American War Pancho Villa Expedition World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
Leon Benjamin Kromer (June 25, 1876 – September 6, 1966) was a United States Army officer and American football coach. From 1934 to 1938, Major General Kromer was the Chief of U. S. Cavalry. He served as the head football coach at the United States Military Academy in 1901, compiling a record of 5–1–2.