Benjamin T. Watson (born c. 1967) is a United States Marine Corps major general who serves as the commanding general of the 1st Marine Division. He previously served as the commanding general of the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory.[1][2][3]
Benjamin T. Watson | |
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| Born | c. 1967 (age 56–57) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1991–present |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands held | 1st Marine Division Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory Task Force Southwest Marine Corps Installations East Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines |
| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit |
In May 2024, Watson was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as commanding general of the United States Marine Corps Training and Education Command.[4][5]
References
edit- ^ "BGen Benjamin Watson, USMC". www.ndia.org.
- ^ White, Matt (April 2, 2024). "Marine battalion commander fired for "loss of trust and confidence"". Task & Purpose.
- ^ "Major General Benjamin T. Watson". 1st Marine Division.
- ^ "PN18143 — Maj. Gen. Benjamin T. Watson — Marine Corps". U.S. Congress. May 7, 2024.
- ^ "General Officer Announcements". U.S. Department of Defense. June 6, 2024.
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