1915: MajGen Smedley Butler

Not only did Major General Smedley Butler distinguish himself as one of two Marines to earn two Medals of Honor, he earned the prestigious medals in back-to-back campaigns.  
 
MajGen Butler earned his first Medal in 1914, commanding Marine forces during the United States’ occupation of Vera Cruz. A year later, he earned his second Medal for "bravery and forceful leadership" as a commanding officer during the Haitian Occupation.  
 
Butler served for 34 years before retiring from duty. Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, in Okinawa, Japan, is named in his honor.