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William
Buell
Franklin

William Franklin graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1888. He retired as a U.S. Navy Commander.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    Naval Training Station (Pelham Bay Park, NY)

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Commander William Buell Franklin, United States Navy (Reserve Force), for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility as Commanding Officer of the U. S. Naval Training Station, Pelham Bay Park, New York, during World War I.