Welton Ralph Abell Military person

Colonel Welton Ralph Abell (May 17, 1922 – April 26, 1998) was a United States Marine Corps officer serving in the Korean War, as well as a former advertising executive. Abell was a recipient of the Navy's second-highest decoration — the Navy Cross — for combat valor in the Korean War.

Personal facts

Birth date	May 17, 1922
Birth place	St. Louis
Date of death	April 26, 1998
Place of death	San Clemente California
Resting place	Arlington National Cemetery

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Military person

allegiance	United States of America
award	Purple Heart Navy Cross
military operations	Korean War Battle of Chosin Reservoir World War II Battle of Inchon
military branch	United States Marine Corps
military command	2nd Battalion 7th Marines