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William M. Keys
United States Marine Corps general / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Morgan Keys (born 29 March 1937) is a retired United States Marine lieutenant general. Keys was a combat veteran — receiving the Navy Cross for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War, as well as the Silver Star. Keys served as Commander, Marine Corps Forces Atlantic before retirement in 1994.
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Born | (1937-03-29) 29 March 1937 (age 87) Fredericktown, Pennsylvania U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
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Years of service | 1960–1994 |
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Service number | 0-79544 |
Commands held | II Marine Expeditionary Force 2nd Marine Division 6th Marine Regiment 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines |
Battles/wars | Operation Desert Storm Vietnam War |
Awards | Navy Cross Legion of Merit Silver Star Medal |
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