About John Hubbard
Lived 1849 – 1932 (aged 83). John Hubbard was an American military officer and rower.
Rear Admiral John Hubbard (19 May 1849 – 28May 1932) was an officer in the United States Navy. He fought in the Spanish–American War, played a prominent role in the independence of Panama from Colombia in 1903, and served as Commander-in-Chief of the United States Asiatic Fleet.
Naval career Hubbard was born in South Berwick, Maine, on 19 May 1849, the son of John Hubbard and the former Eleanor Augusta Tucker, and entered the United States Naval Academy on 27 July 1866. While there, he led the Academys rowing team to victory in 1870, serving as stroke oar on a Navy crew.
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Who was John Hubbard?
United States Navy admiral (1849-1932)
When was John Hubbard born?
John Hubbard was born on 19 May 1849 in South Berwick.
When did John Hubbard die?
John Hubbard died on 30 May 1932 in Washington, D.C..
What was John Hubbard's occupation?
John Hubbard was a military officer and rower.
What nationality was John Hubbard?
John Hubbard was American.
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· DBpedia: John Hubbard (admiral)
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