ONLINE – Tenth Army Commander: General Simon B. Buckner Jr.
When he was killed on June 18, 1945, General Simon Bolivar Buckner Jr. was the most senior American general to die by enemy fire in World War II–and in the 20th Century.
His death ended a remarkable life, capped by command of the Tenth Army in the Battle of Okinawa.
Join special guest Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director, Chris Kolakowski, as he gives an overview of Buckner’s life, with emphasis on his World War II commands in Alaska and Okinawa.
As always, our online programs are FREE, but advanced registration is required.
