Tommy Franks

Tommy Ray Franks (born June 17, 1945) is a retired general in the United States Army. His last Army post was as the Commander of the United States Central Command, overseeing United States Armed Forces operations in a 25-country region, including the Middle East. Franks succeeded General Anthony Zinni to this position on 6 July 2000 and served until his retirement on 7 July 2003. Franks was the U.S. general leading the attack on the Taliban in Af... More

Date of birth:

  • Jun 17, 1945 (age 66 years)

Also known as:

  • Tommy Ray Franks,
  • General Tommy Ray Franks,
  • Tommy General (ret) Franks
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Award Winner

Awards Won:

Year Award Notes/Description
  • 2004
  • an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors
  • performance of outstanding services and achievements
  • bravery
  • achievement while participating in aerial flight
  • Wounded in duty
  • performance of duty contributing to national security or defense of the United States
  • heroism
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Presidential Medal of Freedom Winners

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