Gregon A. Williams
Gregon Albert Williams | |
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Gregon A. Williams as brigadier general, USMC | |
| Born | January 8, 1896 |
| Died | September 8, 1968 (aged 72) |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Service years | 1917–1954 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-3812 |
| Commands | Inspector General Marine Corps CoS of 1st Marine Division CoS of Fleet Marine Force, Pacific 6th Marine Regiment Assistant Naval attaché Shangai |
| Conflicts | World War I Dominican Campaign Yangtze Patrol Nicaraguan Campaign World War II |
| Awards | Navy Cross Legion of Merit (3) Bronze Star Medal |
Major General Gregon Albert Williams (January 8, 1896 – September 8, 1968) was a highly decorated officer of the United States Marine Corps who served in World War II and the Korean War. He commanded the 6th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa and later served as the chief of staff of 1st Marine Division.