Paul Van Riper

Paul K. Van Riper
Born	(1938-07-05) July 5, 1938 (age 86) Brownsville, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Allegiance	United States of America
Service / branch	United States Marine Corps
Years of service	1956–1997
Rank	Lieutenant general
Commands	2nd Battalion, 7th Marines 4th Marine Regiment Marine Corps University, President 2nd Marine Division Director of Intelligence MCCDC
Battles / wars	Vietnam War Operation Desert Storm
Awards	Navy Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit Bronze Star with Combat "V" Purple Heart
Other work	Marine Corps Heritage Foundation

Paul K. Van Riper (born July 5, 1938) is a retired United States Marine lieutenant general. Van Riper was a combat veteran—twice receiving the Silver Star Medal for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. At the time of his retirement, Van Riper was serving as the Commanding General, 2nd Marine Division and Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia. Since his retirement, Van Riper has served on several advisory boards and panels. He is currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.