Kenneth J. Houghton
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Kenneth John Houghton (October 17, 1920 – March 27, 2006) was a highly decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general.
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Kenneth John Houghton | |
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Born | October 17, 1920 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Died | March 27, 2006(2006-03-27) (aged 85) La Jolla, California, U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1942–1977 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | 5th Marine Regiment 1st Marine Division 3rd Marine Division Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Navy Cross Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal (2) Purple Heart (3) |
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