Major General William Weigel was a United States Army officer who, throughout his long military career, served in numerous conflicts and wars, most notably towards the end of World War I, commanding the 56th Brigade of the 28th Division before taking command of the 88th Division in the war's final weeks.
William Weigel, wearing the two stars of a major general, pictured here in November 1918.
Major General William Weigel, commanding the 88th Division, and members of his staff, here at Lagney, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France, November 15, 1918.
88th Infantry Division (United States)
The 88th Infantry Division was an infantry division of the United States Army that saw service in both World War I and World War II. It was one of the first of the Organized Reserve divisions to be called into federal service, created nearly "from scratch" after the implementation of the draft in 1940. Previous divisions were composed of a core of either Regular Army or National Guard personnel plus draftees. Much of the experience in reactivating it was used in the subsequent expansion of the U.S. Army.
Free Territory of Trieste- Miramare Park – Blue Devils Plaque
TRUST shoulder patch
Permanent Orders 032-0001 announcing award of the Army Meritorious Unit Commendation