Mahlon Tisdale

Mahlon Street Tisdale (December 6, 1890 – July 12, 1972) was a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy. He was awarded two Navy Crosses, one for staff service in World War I, and another during the Battle of Tassafaronga in World War II.^[1]

Early life

Tisdale was born in Wenona, Illinois. He was appointed to the United States Naval Academy in 1908. He graduated and received a commission as an ensign in the United States Navy on 7 June 1912.^[2]

Naval career

Tisdale's career including surface command (USS Farenholt), USS Chester, various staff positions, and Commander, Destroyers, Pacific Fleet during World War II. He was also Commandant of Midshipmen at the United States Naval Academy at the start of World War II.^[2] After his superior's ship was put out of action during the Battle of Tassafaronga he assumed command of the task force, continuing the battle from the USS Honolulu. For his actions, Tisdale was awarded a star to his existing Navy Cross.

Legacy

The Oliver Hazard Perry class guided missile frigate USS Mahlon S. Tisdale (FFG-27) was named in his honor.

References

1. ^ "Valor awards for Mahlon Street Tisdale | Military Times Hall of Valor". Militarytimes.com. 1942-11-30. http://militarytimes.com/citations-medals-awards/recipient.php?recipientid=10348. Retrieved 2011-06-25. 
2. ^ ^{a b} "Biography - Vice Admiral Mahlon S. Tisdale, USN". History.navy.mil. http://www.history.navy.mil/bios/tisdale_m_bio.htm. Retrieved 2011-06-25. 

External links

• US Navy Biography

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Name	Tisdale, Mahlon
Alternative names
Short description	U.S. Navy Vice Admiral
Date of birth	December 6, 1890
Place of birth	Wenona, Illinois, United States
Date of death	July 12, 1972
Place of death