Thomas E. Watson (USMC)

Thomas Eugene Watson (January 18, 1892 – March 6, 1966) was a United States Marine Corps General who served in the Marine Corps from 1912 to 1950. His last command (January 1, 1948 – July 1, 1950) was as commanding general, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific. Previously, he had commanded the Second Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and was commanding officer of the famed Second Division in the battle for Saipan and Tinian during World War II. For outstanding services in this capacity, he was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a second Navy Distinguished Service Medal.

For the Georgia politician, see Thomas E. Watson.
For other people named Thomas Watson, see Thomas Watson (disambiguation).
Thomas Eugene Watson
LtGen Thomas E. Watson
Nickname(s)"Terrible Tommy"
Born(1892-01-18)January 18, 1892
Oskaloosa, Iowa
DiedMarch 6, 1966(1966-03-06) (aged 74)
Panama Canal Zone
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1912–1950
Rank Lieutenant general
Commands held2nd Battalion 6th Marines
3rd Marine Brigade
2nd Marine Division
Fleet Marine Force, Pacific
Battles/warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal (2)
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