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Lawson H. M. Sanderson
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Lawson Harry McPhearson Sanderson (July 22, 1895 – June 11, 1973) was an aviation pioneer of the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. He is most noted for his effort in development of the dive bombing technique.[1] As commanding officer of the 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Sanderson accepted the Japanese surrender of Wake Island at the end of World War II.
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Lawson Harry McPhearson Sanderson | |
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![]() Sanderson as brigadier general, USMC. | |
Nickname(s) | "Sandy" |
Born | (1895-07-22)July 22, 1895 Shelton, Washington, US |
Died | June 11, 1973(1973-06-11) (aged 77) San Diego, California, US |
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Years of service | 1917–1951 |
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Service number | 0-860 |
Commands held | Marine Air, West Coast 4th Marine Aircraft Wing 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Marine Aircraft Group 11 Marine Aircraft Group 42 |
Battles/wars | World War I Banana Wars |
Awards | Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross |
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