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James Credle

1945–2023

United States

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James Credle (February 7, 1945 – April 15, 2023) was an American academic administrator, counselor, and Veterans and LGBTQ rights activist. He was assistant dean of student affairs at Rutgers University–Newark and was a founding member of several Veterans and LGBTQ associations. For his actions in the Vietnam War, Credle received the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal with "V" device, Gallantry Cross, and an Army Commendation Medal.

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