Edward A. Craig

Edward A. Craig
Edward A. Craig
Birth nameEdward Arthur Craig
Born(1896-11-22)November 22, 1896
Danbury, Connecticut
DiedDecember 11, 1994(1994-12-11) (aged 98)
El Cajon, California
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1917–1951
Rankthree silver stars Lieutenant general
Battles / warsWorld War I
World War II
Korean War
AwardsNavy 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.