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George
Barnett
December 9, 1859

–

April 27, 1930

George Barnett entered the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis in June 1877, graduating with the Class of 1881, the first Academy class to provide officers to the Marine Corps. From February 25, 1914 to June 30, 1920, he served as the 12th Commandant of the Marine Corps.

Awards Received

  • Navy Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    February 25, 1914 to June 30, 1920
    Authority: Navy Book of Distinguished Service (Stringer)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Medal to Major General George Barnett, United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility as Commandant of the Marine Corps from 25 February 1914 to 30 June 1920, in the administration of his high office and the organization and direction of the manifold and distinguished service of the Marine Corps at home and abroad.