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Griebel, John Houghton
Griebel, John Houghton
Date of birth:
June 28th, 1901
Date of death:
March 10th, 1969
Nationality:
American
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Legion of Merit - US Military
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Colonel
Unit:
5th Marine Regiment
,
1st Marine Division "The Old Breed"
,
U.S. Marine Corps
Awarded for:
Operation Detachment
"For exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in the Pacific Theater of Operations during the period from 1 April through 22 June 1945."
"Combat V"
Bronze Star Medal (BSM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
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