John H. Griebel

John Houghton Griebel (June 28, 1901 - March 10, 1969) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of Brigadier general. A veteran of Nicaraguan Campaign and Yangtze Patrol, he later distinguished himself as commanding officer, 5th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa.

John Houghton Griebel
John H. Griebel as Colonel, USMC
Born(1901-06-28)June 28, 1901
Hartford, Connecticut
DiedMarch 10, 1969(1969-03-10) (aged 67)
Harrison, New York
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1926–1956
Rank Brigadier general
Service number0-4132
Commands held2nd Service Group
5th Marine Regiment
8th Marine Regiment
6th Defense Battalion
1st Defense Battalion
Battles/warsNicaraguan Campaign
Yangtze Patrol
World War II
AwardsLegion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
Army Commendation Medal
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