Chandler Wilce Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 8, 1905 Fort Dodge, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | March 2, 1945 (aged 39) Iwo Jima, Japan |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1929–1945 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Commands | 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines |
| Battles / wars | Banana Wars |
| Awards | Navy Cross Legion of Merit Purple Heart |
Chandler Wilce Johnson (October 8, 1905 – March 2, 1945) was a highly decorated United States Marine Corps lieutenant colonel. He served as the commanding officer of 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines during the battle of Iwo Jima, leading his battalion in capturing Mount Suribachi which later led to the flag being raised over Iwo Jima. He was killed in action one week after the flag raising and was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.