James Patrick Work (born c. 1969) is a United States Army major general who serves as the commanding general of the 82nd Airborne Division. He previously served as director of operations, readiness, and mobilization of the Army.[1]
J. Patrick Work | |
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Born | c. 1969 (age 54–55) |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Army |
Years of service | 1991–present |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | 82nd Airborne Division 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division Company C, 2d Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment |
Work was commissioned from the United States Military Academy in 1995, where he was a member of the Black Knights Football team. He also graduated from the Marine Corps War College in 2016 and earned a Master of Public Policy Degree from Georgetown University in 2010.
In January 2021, Work was promoted to brigadier general. In December of 2023 he was promoted to major general.[2]
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