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   Lewis Burwell " Chesty " Puller (June 26, 1898 – October 11, 1971) was a United States Marine Corps officer. Beginning his career fighting guerillas in Haiti and Nicaragua as part of the Banana Wars, he later served with distinction in World War II and the Korean War as a senior officer.

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   What medals did Chesty Puller wear?

   • Chesty Puller’s medals are on display in the VMI Museum’s Hall of Valor. Besides five Navy Crosses, the Army Distinguished Service Cross, and the Silver Star, Chesty wore two Legions of Merit, two Bronze Stars, the Air Medal, and the Purple Heart.

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   Did Chesty Puller get a Navy Cross?

   • After stints in China, Chesty Puller returned to the United States to command the 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment. His unit reinforced American positions at Guadalcanal in 1942 in the Pacific Theater. It was there that Puller earned a third Navy Cross in what was perhaps his most heroic effort.

   Chesty Puller Is The Most Decorated Marine Of All Time – Here's Why

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   What is Chesty Puller famous for?

   • He is held in high esteem for all his heroic acts. Marines have several adages and mottos that honor the late Lieutenant General; Marine boot camps will often end their nights with a "Good night, Chesty Puller, wherever you are!". He provided thirty-seven years of his life to the United States Military.

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   What does the star on a puller medal mean?

   • Puller earned this medal for serving active duty between September 8, 1939 and December 7, 1941. The star device represents the base clasp which would be worn on the medal. The base clasp is awarded for service outside the continental United States. Puller earned this medal for serving active duty between September 8, 1939 and December 7, 1941.

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3. www.militarymedals.com › warhero › lewis-burwellLieutenant General Lewis Burwell 'Chesty' Puller - Military ...

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   Learn about the life and achievements of Lieutenant General Lewis Burwell Puller, a legendary Marine Corps hero who earned five Navy Crosses and other decorations. See his ribbon rack and the medals he received for his service in World War I, Nicaragua, China, Korea and more.

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5. coffeeordie.com › chesty-puller-valor-awardsThe Story Behind Chesty Puller’s 5 Navy Crosses and 2 Other ...

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   Dec 1, 2020 · He saw combat in numerous conflicts and earned an unprecedented five Navy Crosses, a Distinguished Service Cross, and a Silver Star Medal. The Navy Cross is the nation’s second-highest military award for valor in combat — second only to the Medal of Honor.

6. allthatsinteresting.com › chesty-pullerChesty Puller Is The Most Decorated Marine Of All Time — Here ...

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   Jun 18, 2018 · Learn about the life and achievements of Lewis "Chesty" Puller, who earned five Navy Crosses, the second-highest military honor, for his valor in combat. He fought in Haiti, Nicaragua, China, Guadalcanal, Papua New Guinea, and Korea.

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   Learn about the life and achievements of Lewis ‘Chesty’ Puller, a decorated U.S. Marine Corps officer who fought in World War II and Korea. Read how he led his men in the Battle of Edson’s Ridge on Guadalcanal and earned the nickname ‘Chesty’.

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9. www.britannica.com › biography › Chesty-PullerChesty Puller | Facts, Biography, & Significance | Britannica

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   Jun 22, 2024 · United States Marine Corps officer who was the most decorated and venerated Marine in the history of the Corps. Across three wars and two counterinsurgency campaigns, Puller won five Navy Crosses and earned an unrivaled place in the hearts of Marines as the quintessential Leatherneck.

10. www.usmcu.edu › Research › Marine-Corps-HistoryLieutenant General Lewis B. Puller - MCU

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    Lieutenant General Lewis "Chesty" Burwell Puller, colorful veteran of the Korean fighting, four World War II campaigns and expeditionary service in China, Nicaragua and Haiti, was one of the most decorated Marines in the Corps, and the only Leatherneck ever to win the Navy Cross five times for heroism and gallantry in action.