Maxwell D. Taylor

August 26, 1901

Also Known For : Military Leader, War Hero

Birth Place : Keytesville, Missouri, United States of America

Maxwell D. Taylor Biography, Life, Interesting Facts

Maxwell Davenport "Max" Taylor was born on August 26th, in 1901. He served the U.S. as a diplomat and an army officer. He earned recognition during the world II as he commanded the 101st Airborne Division. This division was known as “The Screaming Eagles.” Later on, President John Kennedy appointed him to chair the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Early Life

Maxwell D. Taylor was born on August 26th, in 1901. His birthplace was in Keytesville, Missouri. However, his parents later raised him in Kansas City.

Education

Maxwell D. Taylor joined Northeast High School before later joining the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. Subsequently, he took the Congressional exams in 1918 and was appointed to join the U.S Naval Academy or the U.S Military Academy. He completed his studies at West Point in 1922. After this, he went to serve as a second lieutenant.

Personal life

Maxwell D. Taylor tied the knot to Lydia Gardner Happer. Together, the two had two sons in their marriage. They named their first-born son John Maxwell Taylor. Thomas Happer Taylor, their second born son, grew up to become a highly recognized army officer.