Ralph S. Keyser
U.S. Marine Corps Major General / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ralph Stover Keyser (May 10, 1883 – April 19, 1955) was a highly decorated officer of the United States of America with the rank of major general, who is most noted for his service as the 15th Assistant to the Major General Commandant of the Marine Corps and a distinguished marksman, who participated in world matches. He was the recipient of Navy Cross, the United States military's second-highest decoration awarded for valor in combat.[1][2]
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Born | (1883-05-10)May 10, 1883 Thoroughfare, Virginia, US |
Died | April 19, 1955(1955-04-19) (aged 71) Bethesda, Maryland, US |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1902–1937, 1941–1942 |
Rank | Major general |
Service number | 0-510 |
Commands held | ACMC 6th Marine Regiment 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines |
Battles/wars | Philippine–American War Cuban Pacification World War I
World War II |
Awards | Navy Cross Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (2) Legion of Honour |
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