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John Anderson Moore

1910 – 1944

American World War II submarine commander and naval hero

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Lived 1910 – 1944 (aged 34). John Anderson Moore was an American military officer and submariner.

John Anderson Moore (January 12, 1910 – February 26, 1944) was a United States Navy submarine commander who was killed in action during World War II. He had been awarded three Navy Crosses and a Purple Heart Medal before his death. The U.S. Navy frigate is named in his honor.

Raised in Bisbee, Arizona, Moore had boxed and played soccer at the United States Naval Academy. He served on R- and S-class submarines, before assuming command of the submarine on its last three patrols during 1943–1944. Under the overall command of innovator Charles "Swede" Momsen, Grayback, , and launched the U.S. Navy's first attack against enemy shipping using "wolfpack" tactics. Moore was credited with multiple events of "extraordinary heroism" in repeated forays against Japanese vessels in the East China Sea before being killed during the last of the Graybacks patrols.

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Important facts

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Education
United States Naval Academy
Awards
Purple Heart; Navy Cross; Navy Cross (United States); Purple Heart Medal

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Anderson Moore?

American World War II submarine commander and naval hero

When was John Anderson Moore born?

John Anderson Moore was born on 12 January 1910 in Brownwood.

When did John Anderson Moore die?

John Anderson Moore died on 26 February 1944 in Philippine Sea.

What was John Anderson Moore's occupation?

John Anderson Moore was a military officer and submariner.

What nationality was John Anderson Moore?

John Anderson Moore was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Anderson Moore

· Wikidata: Q14585645

· DBpedia: John Anderson Moore

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