Harold Gregory Moore Jr. (February 13, 1922 – February 10, 2017) was a United States Army lieutenant general and author. As a lieutenant colonel, he commanded the 1st Battalion, 7th …

Hal was a dedicated outdoorsman who loved skiing, hiking, camping, and fishing. He was known for his finely tuned sense of humor, earning the nickname “Captain Fun” from his grandchildren.

Decorated combat veteran for service in two wars. Distinguished Service Cross, 3 Bronze Stars for Valor, Purple Heart, and Distinguished Service Medal recipient. 100% VA …

Feb 16, 2017 · WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- Retired Army Lt. Gen. Harold "Hal" Gregory Moore, co-author of the book "We Were Soldiers Once...and Young," died Friday at …

Feb 10, 2017 · During the first major battle of the Vietnam War at Ia Drang, Moore led a badly outnumbered 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment. He and his troops prevailed through the …

Feb 14, 2017 · Harold “Hal” Moore was a retired three-star Army general, but he will forever be remembered for his courageous actions as the commanding officer of the 1st Battalion, 7th …

Feb 12, 2017 · Retired Lt. Gen. Harold G. “Hal” Moore, the American hero known for saving most of his men in the first major battle between the U.S. and North Vietnamese armies, has died. …

May 3, 2023 · Hal Moore is best known for his leadership in the first major battle of the Vietnam War in the Ia Drang Valley in November 1965.

Moore was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, which is the second highest military honor of the United States Army. Moore was born in Bardstown, Kentucky. He graduated from the …

Feb 27, 2019 · Lieutenant-Colonel Hal Moore at the Battle of Ia Drang in November 1965. He qualified as an airborne jumpmaster after WWII, and in the Korean War he commanded a …