George R. E. Shell
George Richard Edwin Shell (October 20, 1908 – October 30, 1996) was a decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of brigadier general, who is most noted as the commanding officer of 2nd Battalion, 10th Marines during World War II. He later served as the 9th Superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute.
George Richard Edwin Shell | |
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BG George R. E. Shell, USMC | |
| Born | October 20, 1908 Phoebus, Virginia |
| Died | October 30, 1996 (aged 88) |
| Buried | Oak Grove Cemetery Lexington, Virginia |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1931–1960 |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Service number | 0-4671 |
| Commands held | MCRD Parris Island 1st Marine Brigade 2nd Battalion, 10th Marines |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit Purple Heart |
| Other work | Superintendent of VMI |
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