The U.S. Army Rangers were established during World War II and modeled after the British commandos. The first commander of the unit was Colonel William O. Darby. He was later killed during the war in Italy.
May 3, 2016. "This Army Ranger Legend Will Live Forever in His Hometown", by Liesl Bradner, Task and Purpose. A statue is erected to commemorate the first commander of the U.S. Army Rangers.
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