Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner, 1908-1947

Premier Amphibious Commander in the Pacific throughout WWII.  Served aboard Milwaukee, Active, Preble, West Virginia.  Commanded Stewart and Marietta.  During WWI served aboard Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Mississippi.  Thereafter, served aboard California and staff Scouting Fleet.  Commanded destroyer Mervine and cruiser Astoria.  Director War Plans at start of WWII.  Commanded all major Central Pacific amphibious landings throughout the war: Guadalcanal, Russell Islands, New Georgia, Rendova, Gilberts, Marshalls, Marianas, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.  As Commander Amphibious Forces Pacific, made all plans for the invasion of Japan when the war ended.

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