Years of service 1891–1921 Rank Major General | Name Charles Long | |
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Born December 14, 1869
South Weymouth, Massachusetts ( 1869-12-14 ) Died March 5, 1943(1943-03-05) (aged 73)
South Dartmouth, Massachusetts Place of burial Arlington National Cemetery Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States Marine Corps | ||
Major General Charles Grant Long (December 14, 1869 – March 5, 1943) was the second Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. He was also a recipient of the Marine Corps Brevet Medal and Navy Cross.
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Biography
Charles Long was born December 14, 1869, in South Weymouth, Massachusetts. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1891 and received a commission as a second lieutenant on July 1, 1891.
He retired from the Marine Corps in December 1921 after 30 years of service and died March 5, 1943 at South Dartmouth, Massachusetts.
Awards
Long's awards and decorations include:
References
Charles G. Long Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA