18 April 2025 Garand Picture of the Day

[Mark in Rochester]

Lewis Burwell "Chesty" Puller (June 26, 1898 – October 11, 1971) was a United States Marine Corps officer. Beginning his career fighting guerillas in Haiti and Nicaragua as part of the Banana Wars, he later served with distinction in World War II and the Korean War as a senior officer. By the time of his retirement in 1955, he had reached the rank of lieutenant general.

Awards
Navy Cross 5
Distinguished Service Cross
Silver Star
Legion of Merit w/ "V" Device 2
Bronze Star Medal w/ "V" Device
Air Medal (3)
Purple Heart