| Frederick Burdett Warder | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Fearless Freddie[1] |
| Born | March 19, 1904 |
| Died | February 1, 2000 (aged 95) |
| Place of birth | Grafton, West Virginia, US |
| Place of death | Ocala, Florida, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | June 1921 –July 1962 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral (Upper Half) |
| Commands held | USS Seawolf (SS-197) |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards |
Navy Cross x 2 Legion of Merit x 4 |
Frederick Burdett Warder (March 19, 1904 – February 1, 2000) was a highly decorated United States Navy submarine officer during World War II. He was the recipient of two Navy Crosses and four Legions of Merit. He served from June 1921 to July 1962 and became a rear admiral (upper half). He commanded the USS Seawolf (SS-197) for over three years on seven war patrols.[1] As the commander of the Seawolf, he meticulously documented problems with faulty torpedoes in the early days of World War II.[1] His efforts became important to fixing a critical problem that plagued the United States submarine force.[1]
He also was the commanding officer of the Naval Submarine School at the Naval Submarine Base New London, Connecticut.
Early life and education[]
He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1925.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Beach Jr., Edward L. Submarine! (New York, New York: Zebra Books, Kensington Publishing Corp., 1952, renewed 1980, Zebra Books printing 1990), pages 31-44 and 88. ISBN 0-8217-2966-7.
External links[]
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