Edward W. Snedeker, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Edward W. Snedeker

Date of Birth: 19-Feb-1903

Place of Birth: Peoria, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 05-May-1995

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Edward W. Snedeker

  • Edward Walter Snedeker (February 19, 1903 – May 5, 1995) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of lieutenant general.
  • He was decorated with the Navy Cross, the United States military's second-highest decoration awarded for valor in combat, for his service as commanding officer of 7th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa in June 1945.
  • He completed his career as commandant of the Marine Corps Schools, Quantico on July 1, 1963.

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