Walter Stauffer McIlhenny Military person

Walter Stauffer McIlhenny (October 22, 1910 - June 22, 1985) served as president of McIlhenny Company, maker of Tabasco brand pepper sauce, from 1949 until his death in 1985. He also distinguished himself as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve — receiving the Navy Cross for his actions during the Battle of Guadalcanal and retiring as a brigadier general. He was a co-founder, trustee, and president emeritus of the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen, Texas.

Personal facts

Birth date	October 22, 1910
Birth place	Washington D.C.
Date of death	June 22, 1985
Place of death	Lafayette Louisiana
Resting place	Avery Island Louisiana

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allegiance	United States of America
award	Purple Heart Silver Star Navy Cross
military operations	Battle of Peleliu Guadalcanal Campaign World War II New Britain campaign
military branch	United States Marine Corps
service start	1931
service end	1931