Rank Major General Allegiance United States of America | Name Ralph Keyser Battles and wars World War I, World War II | |
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Born May 10, 1883
Thoroughfare, Virginia ( 1883-05-10 ) Service/branch United States Marine Corps Years of service 1905 - 1937, 1941 - 1942 Commands held Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Battles/wars World War I
World War II Awards Navy Cross
Army Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star (5)
Legion of Honour, Chevalier Died April 19, 1955, Bethesda, Maryland, United States | ||
Ralph Stover Keyser (May 10, 1883 – April 19, 1955) was the 11th Assistant to the Major General Commandant of the Marine Corps and a distinguished marksman, who participated in world matches.
Early years
Keyser was born May 10, 1883 in Thoroughfare, Virginia and after joining the Marine Corps participated in numerous conflicts including World War I, the Occupation of Nicaragua and World War II.
By the time he retired he had achieved the rank of Major General. He died April 19, 1955 in the Naval Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland.
References
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