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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