James Henry Gillis

James Henry Gillis (14 May 1831 6 December 1910) was a rear admiral in the United States Navy. His active-duty career extended from the 1850s through the 1890s, including service in the American Civil War.

James Henry Gillis
Birth nameJames Henry Lawrence Gillis
Born(1831-05-14)May 14, 1831
Ridgway, Pennsylvania
DiedDecember 6, 1910(1910-12-06) (aged 79)
Melbourne Beach, Florida
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service18541893
RankRear Admiral (Acting)
Commodore
Commands heldUSS Michigan
USS Franklin
USS Lackawanna
USS Minnesota
USS Hartford
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
  • Sinking of the Petrel
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