Anthony B. Herbert was a United States Army officer, who served in both the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He is best known for his claims that he witnessed war crimes in Vietnam, which his commanding officer refused to investigate. He reached the rank of lieutenant colonel and was the author of several books about his experiences, including Soldier Making of A Soldier. Herbert resigned from the U.S. Army in February 1972.
Colonel Herbert died from Cancer on June 7, 2014 at the age of 84. He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery in April 2015.
Colonel Herbert was a highly decorated soldier. Among his many awards, badges and certifications were the following:
Four Silver Stars
Legion of Merit
Soldiers Medal
Three Bronze Star Medals with 'V' device for VALOR
Air Medal
Four Purple Hearts
Three Army Commendation Medals with 'V' device for VALOR
Combat Infantryman's Badge (2nd award)
Master Parachutist Badge
Pathfinder Badge
British Army Parachute Wings
Ranger Tab