William G. Angel
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Q: Who is William G. Angel?
A: William G. Angel is a retired United States Army general who served as the 34th Chief of Engineers from June 1997 to October 2000.
Q: What are some of William G. Angel's assignments?
A: Before serving as Chief of Engineers, William G. Angel served as the Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Gulf Region Division in Saudi Arabia during the Persian Gulf War. He also held various assignments throughout his career, including Deputy Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Director of Civil Works at Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Commander of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division.
Q: What is William G. Angel's background?
A: William G. Angel was born on December 2, 1947, in Salem, Oregon. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Oregon State University and a Master of Science degree in civil engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is also a graduate of the U.S. Army War College.
Q: What awards and honors has William G. Angel received?
A: William G. Angel has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. Some of his notable awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal. He is also a recipient of the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2001 OPAL (Outstanding Projects and Leaders) award for government service.
Q: What is William G. Angel's current status?
A: William G. Angel is currently retired. After his retirement from the U.S. Army, he served as the Senior Vice President of Civil Programs at Parsons Corporation, a global engineering and construction firm, until his retirement in 2013.