Charles A. Doyen
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| Charles A. Doyen | |
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| September 3, 1859 - October 6, 1918 | |
 BGen Charles A. Doyen |
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| Place of birth | New Hampshire |
| Allegiance | USMC |
| Years of service | 1881-1918 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Commands | 5th Regiment 4th Brigade |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
Charles Augustus Doyen (3 September 1859 – 6 October 1918) was an officer in the United States Marine Corps.
Born in New Hampshire, Doyen was a member of the Naval Academy class of 1881, later commissioned second lieutenant in the Marine Corps. He organized and commanded the 5th Regiment in World War I, and in France took command of the 4th Brigade, composed of the 5th and 6th Regiments and the 6th Gun Battalion. His devoted service training this brigade broke his health, and he was forced to return to the United States, where he died 6 October 1918. But his brigade went on to win historic victories at Chateau Thierry and in Belleau Wood. Doyen's contribution to these victories was recognized by the posthumous award of the Navy Distinguished Service Medal.
Two ships have been named USS Doyen for him.
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This article includes text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
