J. Gary Cooper

J. Gary Cooper
Cooper as a Marine Corps Major General
Birth nameJerome Gary Cooper
Born(1936-10-02)October 2, 1936
Lafayette, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedApril 27, 2024(2024-04-27) (aged 87)
Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Marines
Service years1958–1989
RankMajor General
ConflictsVietnam War
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal
Bronze Star
Purple Heart (2)
Legion of Merit
Gallantry Cross (South Vietnam)

Jerome Gary Cooper (October 2, 1936 – April 27, 2024) was an officer of the United States Marine Corps who served as Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) from 1989 to 1992, and as United States Ambassador to Jamaica from 1994 to 1997.

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