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William C. Chip
American Major general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Charles Chip (July 25, 1919 – June 16, 1992) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of three wars, Chip distinguished himself as battalion executive officer in Korea and later as commanding general, Task Force Hotel during Vietnam War.[1][2][3]
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Born | (1919-07-25)July 25, 1919 New Castle, Pennsylvania, US |
Died | June 16, 1992(1992-06-16) (aged 72) Vero Beach, Florida, US |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1942-1972 |
Rank | Major general |
Service number | 0-10939 |
Commands | Quartermaster General of the USMC 9th Amphibious Brigade 1st Battalion, 1st Marines 1st Reconnaissance Battalion |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal Navy Commendation Medal |
Relations | George Chip (father) |
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His tour in Southeast Asia ended prematurely, when his helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff. Following his recovery, Chip served as Quartermaster General of the Marine Corps between August 1971 – July 1972. He was the son of the World Middleweight Champion, George Chip.[2]