Charles Wesley Shilling
Captain Charles Wesley Shilling (September 21, 1901 – December 23, 1994) was an American physician who was known as a leader in the field of undersea and hyperbaric medicine, research, and education. Shilling was widely recognized as an expert on deep sea diving, naval medicine, radiation biology, and submarine capabilities. In 1939, he was Senior Medical Officer in the rescue of the submarine U.S.S. Squalus.
Charles Wesley Shilling, MD | |
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| Nickname(s) | Chuck |
| Born | September 21, 1901 Upland, Indiana |
| Died | December 23, 1994 (aged 93) Fredericksburg, Virginia |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1927–1955 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Awards | Golden Cross of the Order of the Phoenix |
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