Charles L. Banks

Charles Louis Banks
BornJuly 30, 1914
West Milford, New Jersey
DiedFebruary 22, 1988(1988-02-22) (aged 73)
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1936–1959
Rank Brigadier General
Commands1st Marine Raider Battalion
1st Battalion, 24th Marines
1st Service Battalion
1st Marine Regiment
Battles / warsWorld War II

Korean War

AwardsNavy Cross
Silver Star
Legion of Merit (3)
Air Medal
RelationsMG Emile P. Moses (father-in-law)

Charles Louis Banks (July 30, 1914 – February 22, 1988) was a United States Marine Corps brigadier general. He was awarded the Navy Cross for his actions at the Battle of Chosin Reservoir during the Korean War.