Herman Poggemeyer Jr.

Herman Poggemeyer Jr. (April 22, 1919 – April 2, 2007) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of three wars, he was severely wounded during the Recapture of Guam in July 1944. Poggemeyer later distinguished himself during Korean War and Vietnam and reached the general's rank in early 1970s. He completed his career as commanding general, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

Herman Poggemeyer Jr.
MG Herman Poggemeyer Jr., USMC
Born(1919-04-22)April 22, 1919
Leavenworth, Kansas, US
DiedApril 2, 2007(2007-04-02) (aged 87)
Jacksonville, North Carolina, US
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Marine Corps
Years of service1942–1977
RankMajor general
Service number0-10954
Commands heldCamp Lejeune
III Marine Amphibious Force
Camp Pendleton
10th Marine Regiment
Battles/warsWorld War II

Korean War

Vietnam War

  • Operation Colorado
  • Operation Desoto
  • Operation Union
AwardsLegion of Merit (3)
Purple Heart
Navy Commendation Medal (2)
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