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Summary

Description
English: John Houghton Griebel (June 28, 1901 - March 10, 1969) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of Brigadier general. A veteran of Nicaraguan Campaign and Yangtze Patrol, he later distinguished himself as Commanding officer, 5th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Okinawa.
Date Taken on 1 December 1944
Source USMC Military History Division: Defense Department Photo (Marines): 105969
Author Sgt. Barnett

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This file is a work of a United States Marine or employee, taken or made as part of that person's official duties. As a work of the U.S. federal government , it is in the public domain .

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Official Portrait of then-Colonel John H. Griebel, USMC at Pavuvu Island in December 1944

1 December 1944

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