Ralph K. Rottet
Ralph Kaspar Rottet | |
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Rottet as Lieutenant general, USMC | |
| Nickname(s) | "Rolo" |
| Born | February 25, 1911 Jasper, Indiana, US |
| Died | November 26, 1971 (aged 60) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, US |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1934-1968 |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Service number | 0-4988 |
| Commands | 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing MCAS Cherry Point Marine Aircraft Group 31 Marine Fighting Squadron 311 |
| Battles / wars | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Distinguished Flying Cross Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal Air Medal (3) |
Ralph Kaspar Rottet (February 25, 1911 – November 26, 1971) was a decorated officer and naval aviator in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of lieutenant general. He was a commanding officer in Marine Aircraft Group 31 during World War II and later became Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and Programs at Headquarters Marine Corps in 1968.