James J. Keating
James Joseph Keating (April 20, 1895 – December 18, 1978) was a United States Marine Corps officer with the rank of brigadier general, who is most noted as commanding officer of the 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines during the Battle of Guadalcanal and later as officer in charge of the Intelligence Section, Headquarters Marine Corps.
James Joseph Keating | |
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James J. Keating as colonel, USMC | |
| Born | April 20, 1895 Castroville, California |
| Died | December 18, 1978 (aged 83) Bethesda, Maryland |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1917–1919, 1940–1955 |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Commands held | Administrative Division, HQMC Intelligence Section, HQMC 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Bronze Star Medal (2) Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal |
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