Field Harris
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Not to be confused with Harris Field.
Field Harris CBE (September 18, 1895 – December 21, 1967) was a highly decorated lieutenant general in the United States Marine Corps, who commanded the Marine Aviation Units during World War II and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing during the Korean War.[1]
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Born | (1895-09-18)September 18, 1895 Versailles, Kentucky, US |
Died | December 21, 1967(1967-12-21) (aged 72) |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1917–1953 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
Service number | 0-401 |
Commands held | Director of Aviation 1st Marine Aircraft Wing |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II Korean War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) Bronze Star Medal |
Relations | William Frederick Harris (son) |
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