Walter T. Griffith
Walter Thomas Griffith | |
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Griffith on USS Bullhead in April 1945 | |
| Nicknames | "Griff", "Red" |
| Born | June 3, 1911 Mansfield, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | January 25, 1966 (aged 54) Pensacola, Florida, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Service years | 1928–1956 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands | USS O-2 USS Bowfin USS Bullhead |
| Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Navy Cross (2) Silver Star |
Walter Thomas Griffith (June 3, 1911 – January 25, 1966) was a United States Navy submarine commander in World War II. He commanded USS Bowfin (SS-287) on her second through fourth patrols, becoming her most successful commanding officer and earning the boat the Presidential Unit Citation for her second patrol. He later served as the commanding officer of USS Bullhead (SS-332) for her first two patrols.