John G. Castles

John Glover Castles (January 1, 1925 – June 18, 2001) was a United States Army major general and former Adjutant General of Virginia.[1]

Jack Castles
Adjutant General of Virginia
In office
August 2, 1982  July 24, 1994
GovernorChuck Robb
Gerald Baliles
Douglas Wilder
George Allen
Preceded byWilliam McCaddin
Succeeded byCarroll Thackston
Personal details
Born
John Glover Castles

(1925-01-01)January 1, 1925
East Orange, New Jersey
DiedJune 18, 2001(2001-06-18) (aged 76)
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Spouse(s)Dorothy Towles Rowe
EducationUniversity of Virginia
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Years of service1943–1994
RankMajor general
UnitNational Guard Bureau
CommandsVirginia National Guard
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsLegion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal

References

  1. "Castles Named To Head Guard". Daily Press. August 3, 1982. Retrieved March 7, 2021 via Newspapers.com.
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