Albert Cushing Read, Sr. | |
|---|---|
 Read in 1919 | |
| Born | March 29, 1887 Lyme, New Hampshire, US |
| Died | October 10, 1967 (aged 80) Coconut Grove, Florida, US |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service |  United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1907–1946 |
| Rank |  Rear admiral |
| Battles / wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit NC-4 Medal |
Albert Cushing Read, Sr. (March 29, 1887 – October 10, 1967) was an aviator and rear admiral in the United States Navy. He and his crew made the first transatlantic flight in the NC-4, a Curtiss NC flying boat.[1]