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William
Fuller
Gresham

William Gresham graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1908. He retired as a U.S. Navy Commander.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    S.S. Aztec

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant William Fuller Gresham, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service as Commanding Officer of the Armed Guard on S.S. AZTEC in an engagement with an enemy submarine during World War I. The report indicates that the men showed the proper zeal, and were well trained and efficient.