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Leonard F. Chapman, Jr.

24th Commandant of the Marine Corps (1913-2000) · United States · Died at 86

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Leonard Fielding Chapman Jr. was a United States Marine Corps general who served as the 24th Commandant of the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1972. He was a World War II combat veteran, decorated for his actions in the Battle of Peleliu and the Battle of Okinawa. He retired from the Marine Corps after 37 years of service.

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Chapman (6th from left, front row) at the 1967 General Officers SymposiumChapman (6th from left, front row) at the 1967 General Officers SymposiumAt Camp Lejeune in 1969 with ROTC students.At Camp Lejeune in 1969 with ROTC students.Joint Chiefs of Staff, January 1971; Chapman is on the far rightJoint Chiefs of Staff, January 1971; Chapman is on the far rightGrave at Arlington National CemeteryGrave at Arlington National Cemetery

Awards

Navy Distinguished Service Medal
Bronze Star Medal
Legionnaire of Legion of Merit

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Leonard Fielding Chapman Jr. was a United States Marine Corps general who served as the 24th Commandant of the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1972. He was a World War II combat veteran, decorated for his actions in the Battle of Peleliu and the Battle of Okinawa. He retired from the Marine Corps after 37 years of service. In retirement, he served as the Commissioner of the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

Country
United States
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Other
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1913 to 2000 · aged 86

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