Edward A. Craig | |
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Birth name | Edward Arthur Craig |
Born | Danbury, Connecticut | November 22, 1896
Died | December 11, 1994 El Cajon, California | (aged 98)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1917–1951 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
Battles / wars | World War I World War II Korean War |
Awards | Navy Cross Navy Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Legion of Merit (2) |
Edward Arthur Craig (November 22, 1896 – December 11, 1994) was a commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps, and a decorated combat veteran of World War II and the Korean War who eventually attained the rank of lieutenant general. Craig is best known as the general who commanded the 1st Provisional Marine Brigade during its actions in the Korean War.