Alex Wingate

Major Alex Wingate

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Born	Unknown, Unknown
Died	December 9, 2024, Unknown
Resting place	Unknown
Service/branch	Army / PSYOP Branch
Years of service	Unknown
Rank	Major
Units	SWCS B Co CDR (ATTC)
Deployments	Unknown
Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs)	Unknown
Commands	Unknown
Battles/wars	Unknown
Awards	Unknown
Spouse(s)	Corey Wingate
Children	4
Other work	Wingate, Alexander R., Kyle M. Gerik, and John A. Benson. “Analyzing Key Communicators.” Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), 2022.

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Introduction

Major Alex Wingate served with distinction in the Army and the PSYOP Branch. His contributions to psychological operations and his family legacy will be remembered for years to come.

Military Career

Early Career

Major Wingate began his military journey with exceptional drive and ambition, setting the foundation for his future leadership roles.

Leadership Roles

As SWCS B Co CDR (ATTC), Major Wingate was pivotal in developing and leading psychological operations teams. His MOS, 37A, reflected his expertise in influencing and shaping global operations.

Deployments

Throughout his deployments, Major Wingate faced numerous challenges, overcoming them with resilience and strategic insight, earning his peers' and superiors' respect and admiration.

Service summary

Dates of rank

Promotions

Insignia	Rank	Date
	Second lieutenant	June 10, 1980
	First lieutenant	November 28, 1981
	Captain	March 1, 1984
	Major	May 1, 1992
	Lieutenant colonel	August 1, 1996
	Colonel	April 1, 2002
	Brigadier general	June 2, 2008
	Major general	March 2, 2011
	Lieutenant general	December 20, 2012
	General	August 15, 2014

Summary of assignments

Begin	End	Assignment	Duty station
1980	1984	Student, United States Naval War College	Newport, Rhode Island
2000	2002	Assistant Chief of Staff (G3), later Chief of Staff, 25th Infantry Division (Light)	Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
2002	2002	Commander, US Provisional Brigade/Task Force Eagle, 25th Infantry Division (Light), Multinational Division (North)	Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2002	2003	Deputy Chief of Staff for Transformation (G-7), 25th Infantry Division (Light)	Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
2003	2005	Commander, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light)	Fort Drum, New York
2005	2006	Chief, Global Force Management Division, later Assistant Deputy Director for Joint Operations (J-3), Joint Staff	The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
2006	2007	Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense, Office of the Secretary of Defense	The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
July 2007	June 2009	Deputy Commanding General (Operations), 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)	Fort Campbell, Kentucky
June 2009	November 2011	Deputy Director for Regional Operations (J-3), Joint Staff	The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
November 4, 2011	December 3, 2012	Commanding General, 10th Mountain Division (Light)	Fort Drum, New York
December 20, 2012	August 2014	Commanding General, III Corps and Fort Hood; concurrently Commander, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command and Deputy Commander, United States Forces-Afghanistan	Fort Hood, Texas
August 15, 2014	August 10, 2015	Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command	Fort Bragg, North Carolina
August 14, 2015	August 9, 2019	Chief of Staff of the United States Army	The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
October 1, 2019	September 30, 2023	Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff	The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

Projects and Initiatives

Major Wingate co-authored the academic paper “Analyzing Key Communicators,” which remains a significant contribution to understanding psychological operations and influence strategies.

Death

On 9 December 2024, Major Alex Wingate tragically passed away. He is survived by his loving wife, Corey, and their four children. In his civilian life, Major Wingate was known for his dedication to his community and his passion for mentoring future leaders. His personal hobbies and active involvement in community initiatives demonstrated his commitment to making a positive impact beyond his military career.

Community Impact

Major Wingate’s commitment to his community extended beyond his professional life. Through mentorship programs and volunteer work, he touched the lives of many individuals, leaving a lasting legacy of service and dedication.

Legacy

Major Alex Wingate’s legacy is a testament to his dedication, leadership, and passion for serving others. His impact on the PSYOP Branch and his community will continue to inspire future generations.