William E. Brougher

William E. Brougher (February 17, 1889 – March 5, 1965) was a Brigadier General in the United States Army.

Early life
Brougher was born in Jackson, Mississippi to Charles Brougher and Jessie Manship. In 1910, he received a BS degree from Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical College. In 1911, he entered the U.S. Army.

World War I
During World War I, Brougher held the rank of major and served in the 174th Infantry Brigade and the 79th Infantry Division.

World War II
In October of 1939, Brougher, then a lieutenant colonel, was assigned to the 57th Infantry Regiment in the Philippines. He was promoted to colonel in November, 1940. In September of 1941, he was put in command of the 11th Division of the Philippine Army and promoted to brigadier general. The 11th Division fought the invading Japanese forces from December 1941 until the surrender of US forces in April, 1942. Brougher was a prisoner of war until August, 1945.