Charles Fred Widdecke | |
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 MG Charles F. Widdecke, USMC | |
| Born | May 11, 1919 Bryan, Texas, US |
| Died | May 13, 1973 (aged 54) La Paz, Mexico |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1941–1971 |
| Rank |  Major general |
| Service number | 0-8547 |
| Commands held | I Marine Amphibious Force 1st Marine Division Marine Corps Reserve 5th Marine Regiment 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Navy Cross Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Legion of Merit (2) Purple Heart |
Charles Fred Widdecke (May 11, 1919 – May 13, 1973) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps who reached the rank of major general. Widdecke received the Navy Cross, the United States military's second-highest decoration awarded for valor in combat, for his actions during the Recapture of Guam in July 1944. He later commanded the 1st Marine Division at the end of Vietnam War.[1]
- ^ "Charles F. Widdecke Papers – USMC Military History Division". USMC Military History Division. Archived from the original on 2013-08-01. Retrieved 2018-03-05.