William E. Riley
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William Edward Riley (February 2, 1897 – April 28, 1970) was a lieutenant general in the United States Marine Corps, who served on the staff of Admiral William Halsey Jr. during World War II. He was also Chief of Staff of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization in Palestine from 1948 to 1953.
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William E. Riley | |
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Born | (1897-02-02)February 2, 1897 Minneapolis, Minnesota |
Died | April 28, 1970(1970-04-28) (aged 73) Annapolis, Maryland |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1917–1953 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Service number | 0-829 |
Commands held | United Nations Truce Supervision Organization 3rd Marine Division |
Battles/wars | World War I
United States occupation of Haiti |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (2) Purple Heart (2) |
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