Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Brigadier General James G. Shanahan (1920 Pompey, New York - 8 January 1997 Alexandria, Virginia) served in the United States Army from 1942 through 1973.James Shanahan joined ROTC at Niagara University and was commissioned in 1942 following his graduation. Shanahan was initially given a command in the 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. He served as a platoon leader and company commander for this unit in the Pacific theater during the Second World War.Following the end of the war he returned to the United States to serve as an aide in the Truman White House.When the Korean War broke out he returned to combat as the battalion commander for the 1-38th, 2nd Infantry Division. He also led the 3rd Brigade of the 25th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War.