Fred E. Haynes Jr.
Fred Elmore Haynes Jr. (January 5, 1921 – March 25, 2010) was a United States Marine Corps major general who served in World War II and the Vietnam War. He completed his Marine Corps career as deputy chief of staff for Research, Development and Studies at Headquarters Marine Corps. He was the older brother of actor and Dallas television personality, Jerry Haynes aka Mr. Peppermint, and uncle of musician and artist Gibby Haynes.
Fred Elmore Haynes Jr. | |
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Major General Fred E. Haynes Jr., USMC | |
| Born | January 5, 1921 Dallas, Texas, US |
| Died | March 25, 2010 (aged 89) New York City, US |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1942–1977 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-10728 |
| Commands held | Camp Lejeune 3rd Marine Division 2nd Marine Division 5th Marine Regiment |
| Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War
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| Awards | Legion of Merit (4) w/ Combat "V" Bronze Star Medal w/ Combat "V" Combat Action Ribbon |
| Relations | Jerry Haynes (brother) Gibby Haynes (nephew) Vance A. Larson (brother-in-law) |
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