René Edward De Russy Hoyle (September 16, 1883 – November 1, 1981) was a major general in the

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Early life

Hoyle was born in

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on September 16, 1883. He was the son of Brigadier General Eli DuBose Hoyle (1851–1921) and Fanny De Russy (1857–1925). His maternal grandfather was Brigadier General

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. He attended the

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at West Point, N.Y., graduating in 1906.

Career

After graduating from the

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, he was assigned to the

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. Later he would become Professor of Military Science and Tactics at

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. In February 1942, he was promoted to brigadier general, nominated by President Roosevelt and confirmed by the

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, along with sixteen others. During

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, he would command the 9th Infantry Division. His retirement was effective as of August 31, 1945. He was awarded the

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on July 9, 1918, by the

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. The medal's citation reads: He was also presented with the

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"for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander, Camp Roberts, from 1942 to 1945."

Personal life

Hoyle was married to Christine Guilfoyle (1888–1967). Together, they were the parents of: * René Edward De Russy Hoyle Jr. (1912–1935), who died in an accident at the age of 22. * Susie-Lane Hoyle (1912–2000), who married Devere Parker Armstrong (1906–1980). * John Guilfoyle Hoyle (1916–1986) Hoyle died on November 1, 1981, in

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. He is buried with Christine and Rene Jr., as well as his parents, at

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.Burial Detail: Hoyle, Rene E
– ANC Explorer

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