About Frederick V. McNair
Lived 1839 – 1900 (aged 61). Frederick V. McNair was an American military officer.
Frederick Vallette McNair (January 13, 1839 – November 28, 1900) was a rear admiral in the United States Navy. The destroyer is named after him. He served as superintendent of the Naval Observatory from June 28, 1890, to November 21, 1894, and Superintendent of the United States Naval Academy from 1898 to 1900. Rear Admiral McNair died in Washington, D.C., on November 28, 1900, while awaiting orders.
He was the father of Frederick V. McNair Jr.; the great-grandfather of tennis star Frederick V. McNair, IV and poet/novelist Lailee McNair.
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Who was Frederick V. McNair?
United States admiral (1839–1900)
When was Frederick V. McNair born?
Frederick V. McNair was born on 13 January 1839 in Abington Township.
When did Frederick V. McNair die?
Frederick V. McNair died on 28 November 1900 in Washington, D.C..
What was Frederick V. McNair's occupation?
Frederick V. McNair was a military officer.
What nationality was Frederick V. McNair?
Frederick V. McNair was American.
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