David Furness Explained

David Furness
Allegiance:United States
Branch:United States Marine Corps
Serviceyears:1987–2023
Rank:Lieutenant General
Commands:2nd Marine Division
Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa
Recruiting Station Sacramento
1st Marine Regiment
1st Battalion, 1st Marines
Battles:Gulf War
War in Afghanistan
Iraq War
Awards:Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit (3)
Bronze Star Medal (2)

David J. Furness is a retired United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who last served as the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations from August 2021 to July 2023.[1] He previously was the Assistant Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies and Operations from August 2020 to August 2021.[2] [3] [4] [5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: WEBCAST: RETIREMENT CEREMONY FOR LIEUTENANT GENERAL DAVID J. FURNESS. 2023-07-21. 2023-07-23. DVIDS.
  2. Web site: VMI Alumni Assume, Change Commands. October 2, 2020. VMI Alumni Agencies.
  3. Web site: Fair Winds and Following Seas: 2d Marine Division Change of Command. DVIDS.
  4. Web site: 2nd Marine Division CO Regrets How He Rolled Out Stringent New Routine. But He's Not Backing Down. Hope Hodge. Seck. April 30, 2019. Military.com.
  5. Web site: Maj. Gen. David J. Furness Speaks on Leadership. DVIDS.