Louis H. Wilson Jr.
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Louis Hugh Wilson Jr. (February 11, 1920 – June 21, 2005) was United States Marine Corps four-star general and a World War II recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle of Guam. He served as the 26th commandant of the Marine Corps from 1975 until his retirement from the Marine Corps in 1979, after 38 years of service.
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Louis H. Wilson Jr. | |
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Born | (1920-02-11)February 11, 1920 Brandon, Mississippi, U.S. |
Died | June 21, 2005(2005-06-21) (aged 85) Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1941–1979 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | Commandant of the Marine Corps I Marine Amphibious Force 6th Marine Corps District The Basic School 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines |
Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Medal of Honor Defense Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit (3) Purple Heart (3) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal |
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