Charles McMorris
Charles Horatio "Soc" McMorris (August 31, 1890 – February 11, 1954) was an American rear admiral during World War II, most notably commanding forces at the Battle of the Komandorski Islands during the Aleutian Islands Campaign.
Charles H. McMorris | |
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| Nickname(s) | Soc |
| Born | 31 August 1890 Wetumpka, Alabama |
| Died | 20 February 1954 (aged 63) Valparaiso, Chile |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1908–1952 |
| Rank | Vice Admiral |
| Commands held | Fourteenth Naval District United States Fourth Fleet Task Group 16.6 Task Force 8 |
| Battles/wars | Occupation of Veracruz World War I World War II |
| Awards | Navy Cross Navy Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit |
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