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James
D.
Hittle

James Hittle entered military service in 1938 after graduating from Michigan State University. He retired as a Marine Corps Brigadier General in 1960. He is the author of numerous articles on the art of war and general staff development, including his book titled “The Military Staff–Its History and Development.”

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Action Date:

    February 24 – September 3, 1945
    Heroes U.S. Marine Corps, 1861 – 1955: Jane Blakeney

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: James D. Hittle (MCSN: 0- 5627), United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Assistant Chief of Staff G-4, Logistics, THIRD Marine Division, at Guam, during the period from 24 February through 3 September 1945.