General Maurice Rose (November 26, 1899 - March 30, 1945) was a United States Army general during World War II and World War I veteran. The son and grandson of rabbis, General Rose was at the time the highest ranking Jew in the U.S. Army. He was married twice and had two sons.
The Third Armored Division official history of World War II, published after Rose had been killed in action states "He was over six feet tall, erect, dark haired, and had finely chiseled features. He was firm and prompt of decision, brooking no interference by man, events or conditions in order to destroy the enemy."
Read more about Maurice Rose: Early Career, World War II, In Modern Memory, Selected Awards and Decorations
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