Background
He was born on February 6, 1872.
He was born on February 6, 1872.
In 1891 Richards graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
He retired March 1, 1936 as a Major General after over 40 years of service and died January 9, 1948. Citation:
On 15 June 1901, appointed Lieutenant Colonel, by brevet. Citation
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in transmitting to Major George Richards, United States Marine Corps, the Brevet Medal which is awarded in accordance with Marine Corps Order Number.
On 15 June 1901, Major Richards is appointed Lieutenant Colonel, by brevet, to take rank from 13 July 1900.
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