Wayne Gilchrest Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st district In office January 3, 1991 – January 3, 2009 Preceded by Roy Dyson Succeeded by Frank Kratovil Personal details Born (1946-04-15) April 15, 1946 Rahway, New Jersey Political party Republican Spouse(s) Barbara Gilchrest Residence Kennedyville, Maryland[1] Alma mater Wesley College, Delaware State University Occupation high school teacher Awards Purple Heart Bronze Star Navy Commendation Medal Military service Service/branch United States Marine Corps Years of service 1964–1968 Rank sergeant Unit 3rd Battalion 6th Marines 2nd Battalion 1st Marines[2] Battles/wars Vietnam War