Rapp Brush
Isaac Rapp Brush was a United States Army officer who commanded the 40th Infantry Division from 1942 to 1945 during its World War II involvement in the United States armed forces' reconquest of the Philippines.
The 40th Infantry Division or "Sun Burst" Division was prior to its World War II activation on March 3, 1941 divisions of the California, Nevada and Utah Army National Guard. During its World War II service, the 40th Infantry Division or its members were awarded 3 Distinguished Unit Citations, 1 Medal of Honor, 12 Distinguished Service Crosses, 1 Distinguished Service Medal, 245 Silver Stars, 21 Legions of Merit, 30 Soldier's Medals, 1036 Bronze Star Medals and 57 Air Medals.
