William C. Chip
William Charles Chip | |
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MG William C. Chip | |
| Born | July 25, 1919 New Castle, Pennsylvania, US |
| Died | June 16, 1992 (aged 72) Vero Beach, Florida, US |
| Place of Burial | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1942-1972 |
| Rank | Major general |
| Service number | 0-10939 |
| Commands | Quartermaster General of the USMC 9th Amphibious Brigade 1st Battalion, 1st Marines 1st Reconnaissance Battalion |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal Navy Commendation Medal |
| Relations | George Chip (father) |
William Charles Chip (July 25, 1919 – June 16, 1992) was a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps with the rank of major general. A veteran of three wars, Chip distinguished himself as battalion executive officer in Korea and later as commanding general, Task Force Hotel during Vietnam War.
His tour in Southeast Asia ended prematurely, when his helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff. Following his recovery, Chip served as Quartermaster General of the Marine Corps between August 1971 – July 1972. He was the son of the World Middleweight Champion, George Chip.