John P. Condon
John Pomeroy Condon (December 20, 1911 – December 26, 1996) was a highly decorated aviator in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. He distinguished himself successively during World War II and Korea and completed his career as commanding general, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing in October 1962.
John Pomeroy Condon | |
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Condon as Major general, USMC | |
| Born | December 20, 1911 Hancock, Michigan, US |
| Died | December 26, 1996 (aged 85) Alexandria, Virginia, US |
| Place of Burial | United States Naval Academy Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1934-1962 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-4986 |
| Commands held | 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Marine Aircraft Group 12 Marine Aircraft Group 14 Marine Aircraft Group 33 VMA-311 |
| Battles/wars | Nicaraguan Campaign World War II
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| Awards | Legion of Merit (4) Distinguished Flying Cross |
During World War II, he was instrumental in the planning of Operation Vengeance, the American military operation to kill Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto of the Imperial Japanese Navy on April 18, 1943.
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