Oliver Edwards (United States Army officer)
Oliver Edwards | |
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Brig. gen. Oliver Edwards as commander of Camp Hancock in September 1918 | |
| Born | December 2, 1871 Chesterfield, Massachusetts, US |
| Died | February 25, 1921 (aged 49) Washington, D.C., US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1894–1921 |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Battles / wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War Second Occupation of Cuba World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
| Spouse(s) | Geraldine Wessels |
| Children | 3 |
Oliver Edwards (December 2, 1871 – February 25, 1921) was a United States Army officer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He served in several conflicts, including the Spanish–American War and World War I, and he received the Distinguished Service Medal for his efforts in the latter conflict.