Charles David Costanza (born April 30, 1969)[1] is a United States Army lieutenant general who has served as the commanding general of V Corps since April 8, 2024. He most recently served as the commanding general of the 3rd Infantry Division from 2021 to 2023.[2][3] He previously served as deputy chief of staff for operations, plans and training of the United States Army Forces Command from June 2020 to June 2021, with tours as deputy commanding general for support of the 1st Armored Division from June 2017 to June 2018 and commander of the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division from May 2013 to May 2015.[4][5][6]
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| Born | April 30, 1969 Colorado, United States |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1991–present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Commands held | V Corps 3rd Infantry Division 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division 1st Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Iraq War Operation Inherent Resolve |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal (3) |
| Alma mater | United States Military Academy (BS) American Military University (MA) United States Army Command and General Staff College (MMAS) |
In July 2023, Costanza was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general with assignment as the commanding general of V Corps.[7][8]
References edit
- ^ Register of Graduates and Former Cadets of the United States Military Academy. United States Military Academy. Association of Graduates. 1991. p. 882. Retrieved June 22, 2021.
- ^ "Major General Charles D. Costanza, Commanding General". June 21, 2021.
- ^ Tomko, Angel (21 June 2021). "3rd Infantry Division welcomes new commander". U.S. Army.
- ^ Sgt. Christopher Johnston (2013-05-21). "Sledgehammer Brigade Receives New Command Team".
- ^ "2013 05 17 3rd ABCT 3rd ID Change of Command and Responsibility". 2013-05-17.
- ^ "Major General Charles D. Costanza (USA)". General Officer Management Office. Retrieved 2021-06-22.
- ^ "PN820 — Maj. Gen. Charles D. Costanza — Army, 118th Congress (2023-2024)". U.S. Congress. 2023-07-11. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
- ^ Senate Session, Part 3. C-SPAN (video). 2023-07-26. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
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