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John Rodgers (naval officer, born 1881)
American naval officer (1881–1926) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Rodgers (January 15, 1881 – August 27, 1926) was an officer in the United States Navy and a pioneering aviator.
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Born | (1881-01-15)January 15, 1881 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Died | August 27, 1926(1926-08-27) (aged 45) Delaware River, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1903–1926 |
Rank | Commander |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal |
Relations | Matthew C. Perry (great grandfather) John Rodgers (great grandfather) John Rodgers (grandfather) William Ledyard Rodgers (cousin) Calbraith Perry Rodgers (cousin) Frederick Rodgers (uncle) |
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