Edward J. Megarr
Edward J. Megarr | |
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Megarr in 1981 | |
| Birth name | Edward John Megarr |
| Born | March 20, 1927 Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Died | January 12, 2019 (aged 91) Napa, California, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1950–1982 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Commands | 4th Marine Division |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit |
| Spouse(s) |
Jane Gulbransen (m. 1950) |
Edward John Megarr (March 20, 1927 – January 12, 2019) was a United States Marine Corps major general.
Life and career
Megarr was born in Brooklyn, New York, the son of John and Violet Megarr. He served in the armed forces during World War II, which after his discharge,[2] he attended Adelphi University, earning his BA degree in 1950. After earning his degree, he was commissioned in the United States Marine Corps, serving as a platoon commander in Korea.[3] During his military service, he was awarded the Legion of Merit, for exceptionally meritorious conduct.[4]
Megarr served as commanding general of the 4th Marine Division[5] from June 1980,[6] until his retirement in August 1982,[7] retiring at the rank of major general. After retiring from the military, he served as president of Copper Mountain College from 1985 to 1986.[8]
Death
Megarr died on January 12, 2019, in Napa, California, at the age of 91.[9]
References
- ^ "Jane Gulbransen, Edward J. Megarr, Both Adelphi Graduates, Marry". Newsday. Melville, New York. July 26, 1950. p. 212. Retrieved May 3, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Edward John Megarr". U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947. Retrieved May 3, 2025 – via Ancestry.com. (subscription required)
- ^ "Seven confirmed for MajGen, eleven for BGen rank". The Marine Corps Gazette. Vol. 59. Marine Corps Association. 1975. p. 3 – via Google Books.
- ^ "Edward J. Megarr". Hall of Valor. Retrieved July 5, 2025.
- ^ "General Labels New Defense Stand Satisfying". Waco Tribune-Herald. Waco, Texas. March 17, 1981. p. 12. Retrieved May 3, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "History Of The 4th Marine Division, 1943-2000". United States. Marine Corps. Marine Division, 4th. Historical Detachment. 2000. p. 152 – via Internet Archive.
- ^ "Taps" (PDF). Semper Fidelis Newsletter for Retired Marines. Vol. 63, no. 1. Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps (MMSR-6). March 2019. p. 12. Retrieved May 3, 2025 – via Headquarters Marine Corps.
- ^ "Maj. Gen. Edward Megarr: Friends pick new president". The Desert Trail. Twentynine Palms, California. January 24, 1985. p. 5. Retrieved May 3, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Edward Megarr". Forever Missed. Retrieved May 3, 2025.