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Herbert Sobel

American commissioned officer and paratrooper (1912–1987)

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Lived 1912–1987, aged 75United States
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  • Era
    1912–1987
    Aged 75
  • Awards
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Updated 2026-08-06

Herbert Maxwell Sobel was an American soldier who served as a commissioned officer with Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. Known as a tough, strict, and divisive training commander, Sobel was ultimately replaced as company commander prior to D-Day due to his inadequacy in the field.

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