Master Sergeant John C. DeGrasse USMC: Capturing the Spirit of Combat Through Vivid Detail John Clifford DeGrasse (August 4th, 1919 – September 20th, 1989) was a prolific American artist and illustrator whose distinctive style cemented his place as a notable figure in mid-century art history. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, he spent formative years in Portland, Maine, fostering an appreciation for observation and meticulous craftsmanshi…