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William Sample

Youngest US Navy rear admiral in Pacific theater in WWII

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Also known as William Dodge Sample

Born: March 9, 1898
Died: October 2, 1945
Birthplace: Buffalo
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: military officer
Education: United States Naval Academy

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William Dodge Sample was a rear admiral in the United States Navy and an Escort Carrier Division commander in World War II. He was the youngest rear admiral in the Pacific Theater of World War II.

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Sex or gender: male
Military branch: United States Navy
Participated in conflict: World War I
World War II
Awards: Purple Heart
Given name: William
Place of burial: Arlington National Cemetery
Military, police or special rank: admiral

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