Alfred Valenzuela


MG Alfred A. Valenzuela is a retired United States Army major general who commanded United States Army South at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico. He frequently discusses how he overcame his childhood as a gang member.

Awards and decorations

His decorations include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Army Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Soldier's Medal, Bronze Star with "V" device, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal and the Joint Meritorious Unit Award.
He is a Senior Consultant for the Center of Terrorism Law at St. Mary's University School of Law.
He wrote the book No Greater Love: The Lives & Times of Hispanic Soldiers with Jason Lemons.

Personal life

Valenzuela is married to Esther Valenzuela and they have two children.

Philanthropy and civic engagement

He is currently serving as a commissioner for The World War One Centennial Commission.