John C. Raaen Jr.
U.S. Army major general (born 1922)
John C. Raaen Jr.
John Carpenter Raaen Jr. (born April 22, 1922) is a retired American military officer who served in the United States Army, reaching the rank of major general. He is a decorated combat veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. He is best known for his role in the D-Day landings on Omaha Beach, as a company commander in the 5th Ranger Infantry Battalion, for which he received the Silver Star. Subsequently, he was awarded two Bronze Star Medals for valor for his heroic actions in the Brittany campaign. Raaen then served in senior ordnance roles during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, earning numerous awards, including four Legion of Merit medals in Vietnam. For his notable contributions and meritorious service, as Commanding General, Defense Fuel Supply Center, from 1976 to 1979, he was awarded the Army Distinguished Service Medal. During his 36-year career, Raaen became a key figure in United States Army Ordnance Corps, notably as the driving force behind the Single Manager...
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