sentences:  He was commissioned ensign on 13 September 1908 and through subsequent advancement attained the rank of admiral, to date from 13 April 1945.During World War I, he served as engineer officer on board the battleship , then as gunnery officer on board the battleships and .His commands included the destroyer ; Submarine Squadron 6; Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut; the battleship ; Submarines, Patrol Force; and Submarines, Atlantic Fleet.