Hugh M. Elwood

Hugh McJunkin Elwood
Elwood as Lieutenant General
Nickname(s)"Chick"
Born(1915-11-15)November 15, 1915
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
DiedApril 18, 2008(2008-04-18) (aged 92)
Pagosa Springs, Colorado, US
Place of Burial
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1932–1973
Rank Lieutenant general
Service number0-5806
Commands2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
4th Marine Aircraft Wing
Marine Aircraft Group 32
Marine Fighting Squadron 212
Battles / wars
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross (2)
Air Medal (3)
Bronze Star Medal

Hugh McJunkin Elwood (November 15, 1915 – April 18, 2008) was a highly decorated flying ace in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. A veteran of three conflicts, he remained in the Marines and reached the rank of lieutenant general. Elwood completed his career as deputy chief of staff (plans and programs) in 1973 after 40 years of service.[1]

  1. ^ "Hugh M. Elwood Papers – USMC Military History Division". USMC Military History Division. Retrieved 2018-10-07.