Elliott Loughlin
Charles Elliott Loughlin (February 19, 1910 – October 31, 1989) was an officer of the United States Navy, where he reached the rank of Rear Admiral. He is best known for his court-martial following the controversial sinking of the Japanese hospital ship Awa Maru. He was the commanding officer of the USS Queenfish (SS-393) during four war patrols. Loughlin earned two Navy Crosses, two Legions of Merit and one Silver Star during his time in the United States Navy.
Charles Elliott Loughlin | |
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Loughlin at the USNA in 1933. | |
| Nickname(s) | Elliott |
| Born | February 19, 1910 Wilmington, North Carolina, US |
| Died | October 31, 1989 (aged 79) |
| Place of burial | United States Naval Academy Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1933–1968 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands held | USS S-14 (SS-119) USS Queenfish (SS-393) USS Mississinewa (AO-144) USS Toledo (CA-133) Submarine Flotilla Six Naval District Washington |
| Battles/wars | U.S. submarine campaign against the Japanese Empire |
| Awards | Navy Cross (2 ) Legion of Merit (2) Silver Star Presidential Unit Citation |
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