Background
Cody, Richard Arthur was born on August 20, 1950 in Montpelier, Vermont, United States.
Cody, Richard Arthur was born on August 20, 1950 in Montpelier, Vermont, United States.
Bachelor of Science, United States Military Academy, 1972.
Commissioned Second lieutenant United States Army, 1972, advanced through grades to general, 2004, retired, 2008. Commander 1st battalion, 101st aviation regiment 101st Airborne Division, Operation Desert Storm. Battalion executive officer, company Commander Attack Helicopter Battalions.
Assistant division Commander for maneuver 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized), Fort Hood, Texas, 1998—2000. Commander 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, 2000—2002. Deputy chief of staff, G-3 United States Army, Washington, 2002—2004, vice chief of staff, 2004—2008.
Married Vicki Lyn Cody. Children: Clint, Tyler.