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Noble
Edward
Irwin
September 29, 1869

–

August 10, 1937

Noble Irwin graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1891. He retired as a U.S. Navy Rear Admiral.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Captain

    Division:

    Naval Aviation Forces

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Captain Noble Edward Irwin, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility as Director of Naval Aviation in connection with the development, building, and operation of the Naval Air Service for war purposes during World War I.