Ralph Stover Keyser | |
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Born | May 10, 1883 Thoroughfare, Virginia |
Died | April 19, 1955 the Naval Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland |
(aged 71)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/branch | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1905 - 1937, 1941 - 1942 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Ralph Stover Keyser (May 10, 1883—April 19, 1955) was the 11th Assistant to the Major General Commandant of the Marine Corps and a distinguished marksman, who participated in world matches.
Keyser was born May 10, 1883 in Thoroughfare, Virginia and after joining the Marine Corps participated in numerous conflicts including the World War I, the Occupation of Nicaragua and World War II.
By the time he retired he had achieved the rank of Major General. He died April 19, 1955 in the Naval Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland.
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