Lloyd Fredendall

ModernGeneralUnited States1883 — 1963

US general relieved after Kasserine Pass debacle.

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Quick Facts

Born

1883

Died

1963

Country

United States

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score39.6

Lloyd Fredendall — Complete Timeline

1943 AD

Command at the Battle of Kasserine PassWar◆ Major

Fredendall commanded II Corps during the Battle of Kasserine Pass in Tunisia. His forces were defeated by German forces under Erwin Rommel, suffering heavy casualties and a significant territorial loss. This defeat led to his relief from command.

World War IINorth African CampaignDefeat

Impact: regionaldestructive

Relief from Command of II CorpsPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the defeat at Kasserine Pass, General Dwight D. Eisenhower relieved Fredendall of his command of II Corps. Fredendall was reassigned to training commands in the United States for the remainder of the war.

World War IICommand ChangeCareer End

Impact: nationaltragic