About Marvin John Jensen
Lived 1908 – 1993 (aged 84). Marvin John Jensen was an American military officer and submariner.
Marvin John "Jens" Jensen (July 8, 1908 – April 6, 1993) was a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy.
A native of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Jensen was born on July 8, 1908. He married Jean Dorothy (Richardson) Jensen on December 23, 1934, in Yuma, Arizona. During World War II he became the first officer to command the submarine . While in command he was awarded the Silver Star for his actions during the vessel's war patrol in the Makassar Strait-Celebes Sea area in September and October 1943. In 1955, he served as the first commanding officer of the fleet oiler . Jensen retired from active duty in 1959 and was advanced to rear admiral on the retired list based on his combat service record.
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United States admiral (1908-1993)
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Marvin John Jensen was born on 8 July 1908.
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Marvin John Jensen died on 6 April 1993.
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Marvin John Jensen was a military officer and submariner.
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