Charles Bradford Smith


Charles Bradford Smith was a United States Army Lieutenant colonel during the Korean War. He received the Silver Star medal for his actions in South Korea.
After the Korean War, he became a Brigadier general.
Born in Lambertville, New Jersey, Smith attended the United States Military Academy.
Smith is known for commanding the 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division at the Battle of Osan in the Korean War.
"Task Force Smith" is the nickname given the first American army unit to see combat in Korea.