Description: (American Army Engineer)
John C. H. Lee was a highly accomplished US Army engineer known for his exceptional leadership abilities. He graduated from West Point and undertook various engineering projects in locations such as the Panama Canal Zone and the Philippines. Lee's expertise in flood control and navigation was evident during the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927. He earned accolades and advanced through the ranks during World War I. In World War II, he made significant contributions to Operations Torch and Overlord in the Pacific and European Theaters, respectively. Lee's service was honored with numerous awards for his outstanding achievements.