John Harris (USMC officer)
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John Harris (May 20, 1793 – May 12, 1864) was the sixth Commandant of the Marine Corps. He served in the Marine Corps for over 50 years, attaining the rank of colonel.
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Born | (1793-05-20)May 20, 1793 East Whiteland Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | May 12, 1864(1864-05-12) (aged 70) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Place of burial | Oak Hill Cemetery Washington, D.C. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1814–1864 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands held | Commandant of the Marine Corps |
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