Paul E. Funk
American Army general
Paul Edward Funk (born March 10, 1940) is a retired United States Army lieutenant general who served as Commanding General, III Corps from 1993 to 1995. He is also the father of Paul E. Funk II. He was previously Commanding General, U.S. Army Armor Center and Fort Knox from 1992 to 1993 and Commanding General, 3rd Armored Division during the Gulf War from 1990 to 1991.
Early life and education
Born in 1940, Funk was raised in Montana. He attended Montana State University (MSU), graduating with a B.S. degree in animal science, as well as the Armed Forces Staff College and United States Army War College. Funk later earned a master's degree in psychological counseling and a Ed.D. degree, both from Montana State. His March 1973 doctoral thesis was entitled A descriptive analysis of selected intrapersonal characteristics of drug abusers.
Military career
Funk entered the Army via the ROTC program at Montana State University. Originally a cavalry officer, Funk transferred to the Armor branch when the Cavalry separated into aviation and armored components in 1983. Departing active duty after completing his official two-year commitment, he rejoined within six months, receiving assignment to Germany. He was executive officer and then commander of Apache Troop, 1st Squadron, 9th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division during the Vietnam War in 1969.
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