Joseph Henry Pendleton
Major General Joseph Henry Pendleton (June 2, 1860 – February 4, 1942) was a United States Marine Corps general for whom Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton is named. Pendleton served in the Marine Corps for over 40 years.
Joseph Henry Pendleton | |
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Pendleton in 1917 | |
| Born | June 2, 1860 Rochester, Pennsylvania, US |
| Died | February 4, 1942 (aged 81) Coronado, California, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1884–1924 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War Banana Wars 1912–1913; 1916 |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
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