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  1. Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner (May 27, 1885 – February 12, 1961), commonly known as Kelly Turner, was an admiral of the United States Navy during the Second World War, where he commanded the Amphibious Force in the Pacific theater.

  2. Although not commonly considered one of the worst leaders in history, Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner's shortcomings were behind one of the hardest defeats of WWII. By Brad Reynolds. Historical controversy has famously surrounded Admiral Richmond K. Turner. In his responsibility as Director of the War Plans Division, he was to inform Admiral ...

  3. www.history.navy.mil › r › richmond-k-turnerRichmond K. Turner - NHHC

    Aug 31, 2015 · Richmond K. Turner was born in Portland, Oreg., 27 May 1885. He attended high school in Stockton, Calif., before his appointment to the Naval Academy. Graduating with distinction in June 1908, fifth in a class of 201, he served the 2 years at sea then required by law, before being commissioned ensign in June 1910.

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  5. USS Richmond K. Turner (DLG-20 / CG-20) was a Leahy-class cruiser destroyer leader in the United States Navy. The ship was named for Admiral Richmond K. Turner, who served during World War II. The keel of Richmond K. Turner was laid on 9 January 1961 by New York

  6. Richmond Kelly Turner was born May 27, 1885 to parents Enoch and Laura Frances (née Kelly) Turner in Portland, Oregon. Nicknamed "Kelly" for his middle name. He attended the United States Naval Academy (USNA) class of 1908. He served the 2 years at sea before being commissioned Ensign in June 1910.

  7. www.history.navy.mil › t › turner-richmond-kTurner, Richmond K. - NHHC

    Admiral Richmond K. Turner, USN (1885-1961) Richmond Kelly Turner was born in Portland, Oregon, on 27 May 1885. Appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from California in 1904, he graduated in June 1908 and served in several ships over the next four years. In 1913, Lieutenant (Junior Grade) Turner briefly held command of the destroyer Stewart. After receiving instruction in ordnance engineering ...

  8. Overview. Admiral Richmond Kelly Turner (May 27, 1885 – February 12, 1961), commonly known as Admiral Kelly Turner, served in the United States Navy during World War II, and is best known for commanding the Amphibious Force during the campaign across the Pacific. Richmond Kelly Turner was born in Portland, Oregon, on 27 May 1885.

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