Adolphus Andrews
Adolphus Andrews (October 7, 1879 – June 19, 1948) was a decorated officer in the United States Navy with the rank of Vice Admiral. A Naval Academy graduate and veteran of three wars, he is most noted for his service as Commander, Eastern Sea Frontier during the World War II.
Adolphus Andrews | |
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| Nickname(s) | "Dolph" |
| Born | October 7, 1879 Galveston, Texas, US |
| Died | June 19, 1948 (aged 68) Houston, Texas, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1901–1944 |
| Rank | Vice Admiral |
| Commands held | Eastern Sea Frontier Scouting Fleet Bureau of Navigation USS Texas USS Oklahoma USS Massachusetts |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Occupation of Veracuz World War I World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
He later served on the Pearl Harbor Court of Inquiry in 1944 and following the War, Andrews served as American Red Cross Commissioner for Pacific area.
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