Mahlon Street Tisdale | |
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Born | Wenona, Illinois, U.S. | December 6, 1890
Died | July 12, 1972 Vallejo, California, U.S. | (aged 81)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1912–1947 |
Rank | Vice admiral |
Commands | Commandant of Midshipmen USS Farenholt |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Awards | Navy Cross (2) Distinguished Service Medal |
Mahlon Street Tisdale (December 6, 1890 – July 12, 1972) was an officer of the United States Navy. He was awarded two Navy Crosses, one for staff service in World War I, and another during the Battle of Tassafaronga in World War II.[1]