Marion Eugene Carl
Major General Marion Eugene Carl (November 1, 1915 – June 28, 1998) was an American military officer, World War II fighter ace, record-setting test pilot, and naval aviator. He was the United States Marine Corps' first ace in World War II.
Marion E. Carl | |
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Major General Marion E. Carl in August 1967 | |
| Born | November 1, 1915 Hubbard, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | June 28, 1998 (aged 82) Roseburg, Oregon, U.S. |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Reserve United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1938–1973 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands held | VMF-223 VMF-122 Director of Marine Corps Aviation 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Inspector General of the Marine Corps |
| Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
| Awards | Navy Cross (2) Legion of Merit (4) Distinguished Flying Cross (5) Air Medal (14) |
| Spouse(s) |
Edna Kirvin (m. 1943) |
| Children | 2 |
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