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David W. Sommers
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David W. Sommers (born February 18, 1943) is a retired United States Marine who served as the 11th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps from 1987 to 1991.
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![]() Sergeant Major David W. Sommers c. 1987 | |
Born | (1943-02-18) February 18, 1943 (age 81) St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1960–1991 |
Rank | Sergeant Major |
Commands held | Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Purple Heart Meritorious Service Medal (2) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2) |
Other work | President & CEO, Non-Commissioned Officers Association |
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