page_title: Homer Litzenberg
section_title: Awards
hierarchical_section_title: Homer Litzenberg / Awards
context_page_description: Homer Laurence Litzenberg was a decorated lieutenant general in the United States Marine Corps, serving in Haiti, World War II, and the Korean War. His final rank was awarded at his retirement for valor in battle. He retired from the post of Inspector General of the Marine Corps on May 31, 1959, after more than 37 years of service. Litzenberg is best known for commanding the 7th Marine Regiment during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir.
context_section_description: Litzenberg's decorations include:
caption: Gold starBronze oak leaf cluster