Cole Christian Kingseed is an esteemed Army veteran, military historian, and professor. Born on August 27, 1949, he has made significant contributions to military history through his writings and teachings. Kingseed is best known for authoring Beyond Band of Brothers: The War Memoirs of Major Dick Winters, which chronicles the experiences of a World War II hero.

With a 30-year military career, Kingseed served with distinction as a Full Professor of History and Chief of Military History at the United States Military Academy at West Point.