Ellard A. Walsh

Ellard A. Walsh
Nickname(s)Mr. National Guard
Born(1887-10-03)October 3, 1887
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
DiedAugust 1, 1975(1975-08-01) (aged 87)
Stillwater, Minnesota, US
Place of burial
Green Prairie Cemetery, Little Falls, Minnesota
Allegiance United States
Service / branch United States Army
Years of service1905-1949
Rank Major General
Commands34th Infantry Division
Battles / warsWorld War I
World War II

Major General Ellard A. Walsh (October 3, 1887 – August 1, 1975) was a U.S. Army National Guard officer who is recognized as the "father" of the modern National Guard. He also commanded the 34th Infantry Division during the run up to World War II.