Sanderford Jarman (November 24, 1884 – October 15, 1954) was a senior officer in the

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known best for his service during the

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. During the

Battle of Saipan The Battle of Saipan was an amphibious assault launched by the United States against the Empire of Japan during the Pacific War, Pacific campaign of World War II between 15 June and 9 July 1944. The initial invasion triggered the Battle of the ...

, Jarman would replace Ralph Smith as commander of the

27th Infantry Division (United States) The 27th Infantry Division was a unit of the Army National Guard in World War I and World War II. The division traces its history from the New York Division, formed originally in 1908. The 6th Division designation was changed to the 27th Divi ...

midway through the battle.

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