Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. served in World War One commanding the 26th Infantry Regiment and saw action in several engagements. During World War Two, he returned to duty with the rank of colonel commanding the 26th Infantry Regiment. Promoted to Brigadier General he was assistant division of the 1st Infantry Division. After serving in Africa and Italy he was assigned as assistant division commander of the 4th Infantry Division and in this role led the first wave of troops ashore at Utah Beach on D-Day. He died in France of a heart attack the following month; at the time of his death, he had been recommended for the Distinguished Service Cross to recognize his heroism at Normandy. The recommendation was subsequently upgraded, and Roosevelt was a posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor. rochestermilitary.com