Newton E. Mason
Newton E. Mason | |
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| Born | 14 October 1850 Monroeton, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | 23 January 1945 (aged 94) Coronado, California, U.S. |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1869–1912; 1917–1918 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands | USS Cincinnati |
| Battles / wars | |
Rear Admiral Newton Eliphalet Mason (14 October 1850 – 23 January 1945) was a United States Navy officer. His career included combat in the Spanish–American War and service during World War I, significant experience in ordnance duty, and a very long tour as Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance.