Wayne A. Downing
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Wayne Allan Downing (May 10, 1940 – July 18, 2007) was a four-star United States Army general born in Peoria, Illinois. He graduated from the United States Military Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1962 and held a Master of Business Administration degree from Tulane University.[1] He also served on the board of directors at a US Government focused high-tech company, Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC).
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Wayne A. Downing | |
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1st United States Deputy National Security Advisor for Combatting Terrorism | |
In office October 1, 2001 – October 1, 2002 | |
President | George W. Bush |
Leader | Condoleezza Rice |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | (1940-05-10)May 10, 1940 Peoria, Illinois, U.S. |
Died | July 18, 2007(2007-07-18) (aged 67) Peoria, Illinois, U.S. |
Resting place | West Point Cemetery, New York |
Known for | Military analyst for NBC News |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1962–1996 |
Rank | General |
Commands | United States Special Operations Command United States Army Special Operations Command Joint Special Operations Command 75th Ranger Regiment |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War Gulf War |
Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal (2) Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star (2) Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) Soldier's Medal Bronze Star Medal (6) Purple Heart |
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