Francis P. Mulcahy
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Francis Patrick Mulcahy CBE (March 9, 1894 – December 11, 1973) was a general and commander in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Mulcahy commanded the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the Cactus Air Force, and the Tactical Air Force, Tenth Army.
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Francis Patrick Mulcahy | |
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Born | (1894-03-09)March 9, 1894 Rochester, New York, US |
Died | December 11, 1973(1973-12-11) (aged 79) |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1917–1946 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
Service number | 0-695 |
Commands held | 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Allied Air Forces in the Solomons (Cactus Air Force), Tactical Air Force, Tenth Army |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal (2) Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit |
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