Frederick J. Horne

Frederick J. Horne
Frederick J. Horne
Born(1880-02-14)February 14, 1880
New York City, New York, US
DiedOctober 18, 1959(1959-10-18) (aged 79)
San Diego, California, US
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1899–1946
RankAdmiral
ConflictsSpanish–American War
World War I
World War II
AwardsDistinguished Service Medal
Navy Cross

Admiral Frederick Joseph Horne (February 14, 1880 – October 18, 1959) was a four-star admiral in the United States Navy. As the first Vice Chief of Naval Operations, he directed all Navy logistics during World War II.

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