Michael K. Sheridan

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Michael K. Sheridan
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Brigadier General Michael Sheridan
Born (1934-09-26) September 26, 1934 (age 87)
Chicago, Illinois
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Rank Brigadier General
Commands held Headquarters Marine Corps
Battles/wars Korean War
Vietnam War
Awards Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit
Meritorious Service Medal
Joint Services Commendation Medal

Michael K. Sheridan (born September 26, 1934) is a retired Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps. His last post was to serve as the Director of Policies and Operations Department, Headquarters Marine Corps in Washington, D.C. [1]

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Prior to that position he served as Director of Facilities and Services Division at Headquarters Marine Corps. Sheridan also served as Deputy Commanding General for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, located at Parris Island, South Carolina. [2]

Education

Sheridan received a bachelor's degree in geology from Florida State University in 1956. He earned a master's degree in management from George Washington University in 1966.

Awards and decorations

General Sheridan has been awarded the following, along with numerous unit, service and campaign awards:

Legion of Merit ribbon.svg Legion of Merit
Meritorious Service Medal ribbon.svg Meritorious Service Medal
US Defense Superior Service Medal ribbon.svg Defense Superior Service Medal
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal ribbon.svg Joint Services Commendation Medal

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