Biography Of Smedley Butler
Real Name
Smedley Butler
Profession
Military Leaders
Nick Name
Old Gimlet Eye, The Fighting Quaker, Old Duckboard
Nationality
American
Religion
Quaker
Political Ideology
Republican
Personal Life of Smedley Butler
Born on
30 July 1881
Birthday
30th July
Died At Age
58
Sun Sign
Leo
Born in
West Chester, Pennsylvania, US
Died on
21 June 1940
Place of death
Philadelphia
Family Background of Smedley Butler
Father
Thomas
Mother
Maud
Spouse/Partner
Ethel Conway Peters
Children
Ethel Peters Butler, Smedley Darlington, Jr, Thomas Richard
Education
West Chester Friends Graded High School, The Haverford School
Awards
Medal of Honor Distinguished Service Medal Marine Corps Brevet Medal
Personal Fact of Smedley Butler
Smedley Butler was one of the most decorated Major Generals in the U.S. history. He was much influenced by his father’s political career and displayed a burning desire to join the army since his childhood. He quit school before the completion of the course and lied about his age to get the commission of Second Lieutenant. Thus started an illustrious career during the course of which he fought one battle after another, displaying his courage and leadership skills numerous times.
His acts of valour, especially in the battles of China, Mexico and Haiti were recognized and lauded. In between all the wars, he also found time to root out the corruption in Philadelphia in his capacity as Director of Public Safety. His work, post his retirement is equally significant as he fearlessly voiced his concerns on business interests from warfare, also condemning the twisted motives of US government in the wars. He made a series of speeches on these issues throughout the country, which were extremely well-received.
He further showed his boldness as he revealed the Business Plot, a conspiracy to overthrow the president and impose dictatorship over America. Due to these efforts, he is revered and remembered till today for not only his achievements on the battlefield but those off it as well.
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