John Irwin (admiral)

John Irwin
Rear Admiral John Irwin
Born(1832-04-15)15 April 1832
Pittsburgh or Lancaster, Pennsylvania, US (sources vary)
Died28 July 1901(1901-07-28) (aged 69)
Washington, D.C., US
Buried
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1847–1894
RankRear Admiral
Commands
Battles / wars
Relations

Rear Admiral John Irwin (15 April 1832 – 28 July 1901) was an officer in the United States Navy. He participated in the African Slave Trade Patrol, fought in the American Civil War, and served as commander of the Asiatic and Pacific Squadrons.