George S. Bowman Jr.
George Shepard Bowman Jr. (December 24, 1911 – May 3, 2005) was a decorated officer and Naval aviator in the United States Marine Corps. A veteran of three wars, Bowman distinguished himself several times as commander, Marine Aircraft Group 12 in Korea and later rose through the ranks to major general and commander of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.
George Shepard Bowman Jr. | |
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Bowman as major general, USMC | |
| Born | December 24, 1911 Hammond, Louisiana, US |
| Died | May 3, 2005 (aged 93) Harlingen, Texas, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1936-1972 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-5314 |
| Commands held | Camp Pendleton 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Marine Aircraft Group 12 Marine Fighting Squadron 311 |
| Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Distinguished Flying Cross Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal Air Medal |
| Other work | Superintendent, Marine Military Academy |
During the Vietnam War, he served as deputy commander, III Marine Amphibious Force and deputy commander, XXIV Corps, before returned to the United States for his final assignment as commander, Camp Pendleton. Following his retirement from the Marines, Bowman served as superintendent, Marine Military Academy (1972–1979).
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