Ross T. Dwyer

Ross Thomas Dwyer
Major General Ross T. Dwyer, USMC
Born(1919-07-20)July 20, 1919
DiedOctober 8, 2001(2001-10-08) (aged 82)
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch United States Marine Corps
Service years1941–1974
Rank Major general
Commands2nd Battalion, 6th Marines
1st Marine Regiment
5th Marine Division
1st Marine Division
I Marine Amphibious Force
ConflictsWorld War II

Korean War
Vietnam War

AwardsDistinguished Service Medal
Legion of Merit (3)
Bronze Star

Ross Thomas Dwyer (July 20, 1919 – October 8, 2001) was a United States Marine Corps major general who retired in 1974 after over 32 years of service. MajGen Dwyer served in combat in World War II, the Korean War, and in the Vietnam War. His commands included the 5th Marine Division and the 1st Marine Division.