Rodger W. Simpson

Rodger Whitten Simpson
Grave at Arlington National Cemetery
Born(1898-06-04)June 4, 1898
Portland, Oregon, U.S.
DiedDecember 10, 1964(1964-12-10) (aged 66)
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branch United States Navy
Rank Rear Admiral
CommandsMahan (DD-364)
Destroyer Division 15
Atlanta (CL-104)
Task Flotilla 6
Battles / warsWorld War I
World War II
AwardsNavy Cross (2)
Silver Star
Legion of Merit

Rodger Whitten Simpson (June 4, 1898 – December 10, 1964) was a rear admiral of the United States Navy, who distinguished himself during World War II. The frigate USS Simpson (FFG-56) was named in his honor.