James M. Masters, Sr.
Military Person
1911 – 1988
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Who was James M. Masters, Sr.?
James Marvin Masters, Sr. was a United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who during the course of his career served as a China Marine, fought in numerous battles in the Pacific during World War II and commanded units from platoon to division size. He received the Navy Cross for his actions during the Battle of Okinawa and was also a recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal during a military career that spanned the 35 years between 1933 and 1968. He died at his home in Washington, D.C. on 5 August 1988.
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- Born
- Jun 16, 1911
Atlanta - Also known as
- James Masters, Sr.
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Education
- United States Naval Academy
- Died
- Aug 5, 1988
Washington, D.C. - Resting place
- Arlington National Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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