Roland Morillot

Roland Morillot (13 June 1885 – 29 December 1915) was a French naval officer and hero of the early age of submarines. He was the brother of painter Octave Morillot and the son of the deputy Léon Morillot.

Biography Morillot was born at the château de Bussemont in Saint-Lumier-la-Populeuse.

Career

Morillot captained the French submarine Monge when she was sunk by SMS Helgoland on the night of 28–29 December 1915. He ordered the ship evacuated and sank with her as he made certain that his men escaped to safety. The entire crew was saved, except Morillot and two non-commissioned officers.

Honours

Mention in the Army Despatches (Citation à l'Ordre de l'Armée) 22 March 1916 - French Republic

Three submarines were named in his honour.