Paul A. Putnam, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Paul A. Putnam

Date of Birth: 16-Jun-1903

Place of Birth: Milan, Michigan, United States

Date of Death: 21-May-1982

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Gemini


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About Paul A. Putnam

  • Brigadier General Paul Albert Putnam, USMC (June 16, 1903 – May 21, 1982) commanded Marine Corps Fighter Squadron VMF-211 during the defense of Wake Island in December 1941.
  • He was awarded the Navy Cross for heroism during the defense of Wake Island.
  • He survived three and a half years as a prisoner of war and rose to the rank of brigadier general.

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