Lewie G. Merritt
Lewie Griffith Merritt | |
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MajGen Lewie G. Merritt | |
| Nickname | "Griff" |
| Born | June 26, 1897 |
| Died | March 24, 1974 (aged 76) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Service years | 1917–1947 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands | Marine Fleet Air, West Coast 4th Marine Aircraft Wing 9th Marine Aircraft Wing 1st Marine Aircraft Wing |
| Conflicts | Banana Wars |
| Awards | Legion of Merit Bronze Star (2) |
| Other work | Lawyer, Director of the South Carolina Legislative Council |
Lewie Griffith Merritt (nicknamed "Griff") (June 26, 1897 – March 24, 1974) was a Major General and early aviator in the United States Marine Corps. Merritt served over 30 years in the Marine Corps, including service in World War I at Belleau Wood and as an aviator during World War II in both the European and Pacific Theaters. After retiring from the Marine Corps, Merritt practiced law in South Carolina.