Albert Cushing Read
Albert Cushing Read, Sr. (March 29, 1887 – October 10, 1967) was an aviator and Rear Admiral in the United States Navy. He and his crew made the first transatlantic flight in the NC-4, a Curtiss NC flying boat.
Albert Cushing Read, Sr. | |
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Read in 1919 | |
| Born | March 29, 1887 Lyme, New Hampshire, US |
| Died | October 10, 1967 (aged 80) Coconut Grove, Florida, US |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1907–1946 |
| Rank | Rear admiral |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit NC-4 Medal |
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