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Bookmark or Share- Smedley Butler - WikipediaMajor General Smedley Darlington Butler (July 30, 1881 – June 21, 1940), nicknamed the Maverick Marine, was a senior United States Marine Corps officer. During his 34-year career, he fought in the Philippine–American War, the Boxer Rebellion, the Mexican Revolution, World War I, and the Banana Wars. At the time of his death, Butler was the ...
- How a star-studded new movie whitewashes American fascismHow a star-studded new movie whitewashes American fascism. World War I Marine Maj. Gen. Smedley Butler, left, and Robert De Niro as Gil Dillenbeck, a character based on Butler, in “Amsterdam...
- Famous Marines: Smedley Butler - Warfare History NetworkNot the least of these was Maj. Gen. Smedley D. Butler, who in the course of a contentious, adventure-filled 33-year career in the Corps garnered 16 decorations, including two Medals of Honor, while also gaining a well-earned reputation for battling higher authority—often in public.
- Smedley Butler - WikiwandMajor General Smedley Darlington Butler (July 30, 1881 – June 21, 1940), nicknamed the Maverick Marine, was a senior United States Marine Corps officer. During his 34-year career, he fought in the Philippine–American War, the Boxer Rebellion, the Mexican Revolution, World War I, and the Banana Wars.
- Smedley Butler - National Medal of Honor MuseumMEDAL OF HONOR CITATION. FIRST AWARD. For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Maj. Butler was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city. SECOND AWARD.
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