George Hairston Jamerson (November 8, 1869 – August 31, 1960) was an American brigadier general during World War I.
Early life and education George Hairston Jamerson was born on November 8, 1869, in Martinsville, Virginia.
Jamerson attended the Ruffner Institute in Martinsville, Virginia, and Virginia A and M College in Blacksburg, Virginia. He graduated from the United States Military Academy in the class of 1893.
Career
During World War I, Jamerson commanded the 159th Infantry Brigade of the 80th Infantry Division. In the waning months of the war, Jamerson took command of the 72nd Infantry Brigade from April 1919 until they mustered out at Camp Bowie, Texas.
Awards He received the Distinguished Service Medal.Marquis Who's Who, Inc. Who Was Who in American History, the Military. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who, 1975. P. 286 The citation for the medal reads:
His other awards include the Silver Star, Victory medal with 4 clasps, Army of Cuban Occupation Medal, Philippine Campaign Medal, and the Mexican Border Service Medal.
Personal life Jamerson married Elsie T. Barbour on October 20, 1897. Together, they had one son: Osmund T. Jamerson.
Death and legacy Jamerson died on August 31, 1960.
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