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William
Banks
Caperton

William Caperton graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1875. He retired as a U.S. Navy Admiral.

Awards Received

  • Navy Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Admiral

    Division:

    Pacific Fleet

    Action Date:

    World War I
    Authority: Navy Book of Distinguished Service (Stringer)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Medal to Admiral William Banks Caperton, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility as Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet on the east coast of South America in establishing friendly diplomatic relations with the countries of South America.