Charles Elliott Loughlin | |
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 Loughlin at the USNA in 1933. | |
| Nickname(s) | Elliott |
| Born | February 19, 1910 Wilmington, North Carolina, US |
| Died | October 31, 1989 (aged 79) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1933–1968 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands | USS S-14 (SS-119) USS Queenfish (SS-393) USS Mississinewa (AO-144) USS Toledo (CA-133) Submarine Flotilla Six Naval District Washington |
| Battles / wars | U.S. submarine campaign against the Japanese Empire |
| Awards |  Navy Cross (2) Legion of Merit (2)  Silver Star  Presidential Unit Citation |
Charles Elliott Loughlin (February 19, 1910 – October 31, 1989) was an officer of the United States Navy, where he reached the rank of Rear Admiral. He is best known for his court-martial following the controversial sinking of the Japanese hospital ship Awa Maru.[1] He was the commanding officer of the USS Queenfish (SS-393) during four war patrols.[1] Loughlin earned two Navy Crosses, two Legions of Merit and one Silver Star during his time in the United States Navy.[1]
- ^ a b c "Loughlin, Charles Elliott (1910–1989)". United States Naval Institute. 2011. Retrieved January 9, 2012.