Carl Albert Youngdale | |
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 MG Carl A. Youngdale, USMC | |
| Born | June 23, 1912 Gowrie, Iowa, US |
| Died | March 8, 1993 (aged 80) Virginia Beach, Virginia, US |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1936–1972 |
| Rank |  Major general |
| Service number | 0-5454 |
| Commands | Camp Lejeune 1st Marine Division 1st Marine Brigade 11th Marine Regiment 10th Marine Regiment |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Legion of Merit (6) Army Commendation Medal |
Carl Albert Youngdale (June 23, 1912 – March 8, 1993) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. As an artillery officer, he took part in the three major conflicts of the 20th century and completed his 36 years career as commanding general of Camp Lejeune.[1]
- ^ "Carl A. Youngdale Papers – USMC Military History Division". USMC Military History Division. Archived from the original on August 1, 2013. Retrieved January 28, 2018.