Name/Title
Lockwood, Vice Admiral Charles A., Jr.Entry/Object ID
PE101Description
Charles Andrews Lockwood, Jr., right, was born May 6, 1890 and graduated from the Naval Academy in 1912. He entered the submarine service in 1914 and spent most of 39 years in submersibles. Lockwood became Chief of Staff to Commander Submarine Force in 1939. Following promotion to Rear Admiral in March, 1942 he proceeded to West Australia as Commander, Submarines, Southwest Pacific. In February, 1943 Lockwood was transferred to Pearl Harbor, a position he held for the balance of World War II. Lockwood's strong leadership and devotion to his troops won him the nickname "Uncle Charlie" and a promotion to Vice Admiral in late 1943. He retired in June, 1947 and wrote several books. He lived in Monte Sereno for 21 years and passed away on June 7, 1967. PE101Collection
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12.59 cmWidth
12.59 cmLocation
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