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- 1. (1837–1917), US naval officer. Appointed commodore of the navy in 1896, he was the hero of the battle of Manila Bay in the Philippines in 1898 during the Spanish-American War.
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George Dewey, the only officer of the US Navy ever to hold the rank of Admiral of the Navy, was born on 26 December 1837, in Montpelier, Vermont. On 23 September 1854, he was appointed Acting Midshipman from the first Congressional District of Vermont, and upon graduation from the US Naval Academy in June 1858, was warranted Midshipman, to date ...
Nov 21, 2023 · George Dewey was a naval commander who served through the Civil War and distinguished himself, particularly during the Spanish-American War. He is perhaps most known for his absolute victory...
- What is George Dewey known for?George Dewey is known for his almost perfect victory at the Battle of Manila. He is also the only person to ever hold the title of Admiral of the N...
- What did George Dewey do in the Philippines?George Dewey led the Asiatic Squadron to Manila in order to destroy the Spanish fleet and coastal guns. They were successful, and aided Philipino i...
- How many stars did Admiral Dewey have?Admiral Dewey is the only naval officer to be awarded six stars. This places him in elite company with other military commanders, such as George Wa...
George Dewey (December 26, 1837 – January 16, 1917) was Admiral of the Navy, the only person in United States history to have attained that rank. He is best known for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish–American War, with the loss of only a single crewman on the American side.
George Dewey (1837-1917) was an American naval officer whose victory over the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay in 1898 made him a national hero. Born in Montpelier, Vermont, in 1837, Dewey graduated from the Naval Academy in Annapolis and saw distinguished service in the Gulf of Mexico during the American Civil War.
Dec 18, 2018 · The mock battle that ended the Spanish-American War. By Theodore S. Gonzalves December 18, 2018. George Dewey was promoted to the rank of rear admiral after the Battle of Manila Bay. Dewey was celebrated in American culture with songs, paintings, and public sculptures. The Spanish-American War ended with a fantastic performance.
George Dewey was an American naval commander, who became the only person in the history of the U.S. to be made the Admiral of the Navy. He is best remembered for securing a win at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish–American War.
Jan 12, 2024 · George Dewey was born on December 26, 1837 in Montpelier, Vermont. Upon his graduation from the Naval Academy in 1857, he was commissioned as a lieutenant in 1861. During the Civil War he served with Admiral Farragut during the Battle of New Orleans and as part of the Atlantic blockade.
