David F. O'Neill
David Ferguson O'Neill (December 27, 1904 – September 27, 1963) was a decorated Naval aviator and officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of World War II, he commanded Strike Command, Aircraft Solomons on Guadalcanal, New Britain and Bougainville and received several decorations for his service.
David Ferguson O'Neill | |
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O'Neill as brigadier general, USMC | |
| Nickname(s) | "Peg" |
| Born | December 27, 1904 Huntsville, Alabama, US |
| Died | September 27, 1963 (aged 58) Washington, D.C., US |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1927–1958 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-4271 |
| Commands held | 1st Marine Aircraft Wing MCAS El Toro Marine Aircraft Group 31 MCAS Miramar |
| Battles/wars | World War II
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| Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal Air Medal (3) |
O'Neill rose to the general's rank and commanded Force Aviation, Aircraft, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific and later 1st Marine Aircraft Wing in Japan, before he was relieved of command and ordered back to the United States. He retired in July 1958.
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