Frank C. Lang
Frank Christian Lang (September 13, 1918 – December 29, 2008) was a highly decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of three wars, Lang began his career as fighter pilot in World War II and rose to the command of Marine Aircraft Group during the Vietnam War. Lang was promoted to the general's rank following the war and held several important assignments including command of 1st and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wings. He completed his career as Deputy Commander, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific in 1978.
Frank Christian Lang | |
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Lang as Major general, USMC | |
| Born | September 13, 1918 New Rochelle, New York, US |
| Died | December 29, 2008 (aged 90) San Diego, California, US |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1942-1978 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-20422 |
| Commands held | 1st Marine Aircraft Wing 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Marine Aircraft Group 26 Medium Helicopter squadron-264 |
| Battles/wars | World War II
Chinese Civil War Korean War Vietnam War |
| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Legion of Merit (3) Air Medal (16) |
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