| Eli Kelley Cole | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 1, 1867 |
| Place of birth | New York City, New York |
| Place of death | San Francisco, California |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
United States Navy United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1888 - 1890 (USN) 1890 - 1929 (USMC) |
| Rank |
 Major General |
| Commands held |
Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps 41st Infantry Division |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
Eli Kelley Cole (September 1, 1867 – July 4, 1929) was the first Assistant to the Commandant of the Marine Corps from 1911 to 1915. He also briefly commanded the 41st Infantry Division at the end of World War I.
References[]
This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Marine Corps.
- "Major General Eli Cole, USMC". Who's Who in Marine Corps History. History Division, United States Marie Corps. http://www.tecom.usmc.mil/HD/Whos_Who/Cole_EK.htm. Retrieved June 22, 2009.
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