Graham E. Martin

Graham E. Martin (January 18, 1919 – May 9, 2006) was an officer in the United States Navy and one of the Navy's "Golden Thirteen."

Early life Graham E. Martin was born January 18, 1919, in Tobacco City, Tennessee. Martin earned his Bachelor of Arts in history from Indiana University in 1941 and a Master of Arts in history from Howard University.

Military career Golden Thirteen 1944. Graham E. Martin: middle row, first on the left. Martin enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve on July 31, 1942. Martin was one of 16 black enlisted men gathered in Illinois at the Great Lakes Training Station to begin an accelerated eight week training course. and served as head football coach from 1956 to 1971. In 1972, Martin began teaching evening classes until he ended his tenure at Crispus Attucks in 1982. Martin also served as a board member of the Crispus Attucks Athletic Association and remained a member after his retirement.

Death and legacy Graham E. Martin died on May 9, 2006, and was buried at Crown Hill Cemetery.