John Rodgers (naval officer, born 1881)

John Augustus Rodgers Jr.
Rodgers, c. 1920
Born(1881-01-15)January 15, 1881
Washington, D.C., U.S.
DiedAugust 27, 1926(1926-08-27) (aged 45)
Delaware River, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1903–1926
RankCommander
ConflictsWorld War I
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal
SpouseEthel R. Grenier
Children1
RelationsMatthew C. Perry (great grandfather)
John Rodgers (great grandfather)
John Rodgers (grandfather)
William Ledyard Rodgers (cousin)
Calbraith Perry Rodgers (cousin)
Frederick Rodgers (uncle)

John Augustus Rodgers Jr. (January 15, 1881 – August 27, 1926) was an officer in the United States Navy and a pioneering aviator.

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