Bennet Puryear Jr. (January 9, 1884 – February 11, 1982) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. During his service in World War I, he was decorated with the Navy Cross, the United States military's second-highest decoration awarded for valor in combat.
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9 January 1884 Richmond, Virginia
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Died |
11 February 1982 (aged 98) Arlington, Virginia
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Zodiac | Capricorn |
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