John Sylvester (admiral)
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For the United States Army general, see John B. Sylvester. For the businessman associated with Babe Ruth, see Johnny Sylvester.
John Sylvester (July 7, 1904 – July 26, 1990) was an officer in the United States Navy who served from the 1930s to the 1960s and rose to the rank of vice admiral.
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Born | July 7, 1904 Wellston, Ohio |
Died | July 26, 1990(1990-07-26) (aged 86) Washington, D.C. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1926–1965 |
Rank | Vice Admiral |
Commands held | USS Missouri (BB-63) |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (3) |
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