John Wissler

John E. Wissler (born 1956) is a retired United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who served as commander of the United States Marine Corps Forces Command. He previously served as commanding general, III MEF.

Awards and decorations Wisslers' decorations and medals include:

Defense Distinguished Service MedalLegion of Merit with one award starDefense Superior Service MedalMeritorious Service Medal with three award starsNavy and Marine Corps Commendation MedalUnited States Navy Presidential Unit CitationJoint Meritorious Unit Award with two oak leaf clustarsU.S. Navy Unit CommendationNavy Meritorious Unit Commendation with three bronze service starsMarine Corps Expeditionary MedalNational Defense Service Medal with two service starsIraq Campaign Medal with three service starsGlobal War on Terrorism Expeditionary MedalKorea Defense Service Medal Humanitarian Service Medal with one service starNavy and Marine Corps Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with nine service starsRifle Expert BadgePistol Sharpshooter Badge

Military service Since his commissioning in 1978, he served in a variety of command and staff billets, including his participation in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Presently in Syria Freedom (OPF).