Samuel Jaskilka Military person

Samuel Jaskilka (December 15, 1919 – January 15, 2012) was a four-star general whose last assignment was Assistant Commandant of the United States Marine Corps (1975–1978). General Jaskilka is a highly decorated veteran of the Korean War, having led the landing at Inchon as a company commander with the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines. He retired from the Marine Corps in 1978 after 34 years of service.

Personal facts

Birth date	December 15, 1919
Birth place	Ansonia Connecticut
Date of death	January 15, 2012
Place of death	Arlington County Virginia

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allegiance	United States
award	Bronze Star Medal Legion of Merit Silver Star Distinguished Service Medal (US Navy)
military operations	Korean War Battle of Tarawa Battle of Chosin Reservoir Vietnam War World War II Battle of Inchon
military branch	United States Marine Corps
military command	2nd Marine Division
service start	1942
service end	1978