William T. Nelson
William T. Nelson (1908–1994) was a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy.
Biography[]
Nelson was born in Fall River, Massachusetts on October 15, 1908.[1] He authored a book entitled "Fresh Water Submarines: The Manitowoc Story" about the submarines built by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.[2] He died in Falls Church, Virginia on September 11, 1994.[3]
Career[]
Nelson graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1930. During World War II he commanded the USS R-7, USS Peto (SS-265), and USS Lamprey (SS-372).[4] He retired in 1965.
References[]
- ^ "Fresh Water Submarines: The Manitowoc Story". Submarine Books. Retrieved 2011-01-17.
- ^ "Freshwater Submarines: The Manitowoc Story". SailGB. Retrieved 2011-01-17.
- ^ "Obituary", The Washington Post, Washington, USA, September 13, 1994.
- ^ "Personalities". Fleet submarine. Retrieved 2011-01-21.
Categories:
- People from Fall River, Massachusetts
- United States Navy admirals
- United States Navy personnel of World War II
- United States Naval Academy alumni
- 1908 births
- 1994 deaths
- Military personnel from Massachusetts