Commanding Officers

The 551st Parachute Infantry Battalion had only three commanders during its World War II Active Duty period. All of the Commanders were graduates of the West Point Military Academy.

Lt. Col. Wood G. Joerg
Lt. Col. Wood G. JoergNov. 26, 1942 - Aug. 30, 1943
Lt. Col. Rupert D. Graves
Lt. Col. Rupert D. GravesSept. 1, 1943 - Feb. 1, 1944
Lt. Col. Wood G. Joerg
Lt. Col. Wood G. JoergFeb. 2, 1944 - Jan. 7, 1945
Major William N. Holm
Major William N. HolmJan. 8, 1945 - Feb. 10, 1945