George W. Smith (USMC), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American Marine Corps general
Date of Birth: 08-Jul-1925
Place of Birth: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Date of Death: 30-Sep-2014
Profession: military leader
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Cancer 
About George W. Smith (USMC)
- George William Smith (July 8, 1925 – September 30, 2014) was a highly decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general.
- He began his 34 years long career as Enlisted Reservist during World War II, later was integrated to the regular Marine Corps and distinguished himself as commanding officer, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines during Vietnam War.
- His last assignment was commanding general, 3rd Marine Division on Okinawa, Japan.Both of his sons followed his footsteps and joined the Marine Corps.
- The older son, George W.
- Smith Jr., currently serves as lieutenant general and Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense and younger Andrew H.
- Smith currently serves as colonel and chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.
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