Nels H. Nelson
Nels Herning Nelson | |
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BG Nels H. Nelson, USMC | |
| Born | April 5, 1903 Irene, South Dakota, US |
| Died | April 25, 1973 (aged 70) Fairfax, Virginia, US |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1926–1956 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-4071 |
| Commands | Landing Force Training Unit, Pacific |
| Battles / wars | Haitian Campaign Nicaraguan Campaign Yangtze Patrol World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal Navy Commendation Medal |
Nels Herning Nelson (April 5, 1903 – April 25, 1973) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of several expeditionary tours and World War II, Nelson gained reputation as one of the Corps' top experts in communications.