Ralph K. Rottet

Ralph Kaspar Rottet (February 25, 1911 – November 26, 1971) was a decorated officer and naval aviator in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of lieutenant general. A veteran of World War II, where he distinguished as commanding officer, Marine Aircraft Group 31, he later rose to through the ranks and completed his career as Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and Programs at Headquarters Marine Corps in 1968.

Ralph Kaspar Rottet
Rottet as Lieutenant general, USMC
Nickname(s)"Rolo"
Born(1911-02-25)February 25, 1911
Jasper, Indiana, US
DiedNovember 26, 1971(1971-11-26) (aged 60)
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, US
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1934-1968
Rank Lieutenant General
Service number0-4988
Commands held2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
MCAS Cherry Point
Marine Aircraft Group 31
Marine Fighting Squadron 311
Battles/warsWorld War II Korean War
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal
Distinguished Flying Cross
Legion of Merit (2)
Bronze Star Medal
Air Medal (3)
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