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Howard L. Vickery
United States Navy admiral (1892–1946) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Howard Leroy Vickery (April 20, 1892 – March 21, 1946) was a decorated U.S. naval officer with the rank of Vice admiral. He was renowned merchant shipbuilder and served as Vice Chairman, U.S. Maritime Commission during World War II.
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Born | (1892-04-20)April 20, 1892 Bellevue, Ohio, US |
Died | March 21, 1946(1946-03-21) (aged 53) Palm Springs, California, US |
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Years of service | 1915–1945 |
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Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Order of the British Empire |
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