August Larson
August Larson (July 2, 1904 – November 4, 1981) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general, who is most noted for his service as commanding officer of 22nd Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa and later as director of personnel at Headquarters Marine Corps.
August Larson | |
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MG August Larson, USMC | |
| Nickname(s) | "Gus" |
| Born | July 2, 1904 Sherburn, Minnesota |
| Died | November 4, 1981 (aged 77) Annandale, Virginia |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1928–1963 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-4615 |
| Commands held | Personnel, HQMC 5th Marine Regiment 22nd Marine Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Yangtze Patrol World War II Chinese Civil War |
| Awards | Silver Star Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart |
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