Army Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., 21st National Guard Bureau Chief, Dies at 96
Washington, D.C. – Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., who served as the 21st Chief of the National Guard Bureau, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 96.
General Temple was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 26, 1928. He enlisted in the Massachusetts Army National Guard in 1948 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1950.
Over the course of his distinguished career, General Temple held numerous leadership positions within the National Guard. From 1984 to 1988, he served as the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard. In 1988, he was appointed as the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, becoming the first National Guard officer to hold the position.
As Chief, General Temple was responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of policies and programs for the National Guard. He led the Guard through a period of significant transformation, including the transition to a post-Cold War era and the integration of women into combat roles.
General Temple retired from military service in 1992. He continued to serve his community, working as a consultant and serving on various boards and commissions.
Throughout his career, General Temple received numerous awards and decorations, including the Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Bronze Star Medal. He was also inducted into the Massachusetts Military Hall of Honor in 2004.
General Temple was known for his unwavering commitment to the National Guard and his dedication to the soldiers and airmen who served under him. He was a respected leader and mentor, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of National Guard members.
The National Guard extends its deepest condolences to General Temple’s family and friends.
Army Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., 21st National Guard Bureau Chief, Dies at 96
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