Theodore Stark Wilkinson

Theodore Stark Wilkinson
Theodore Wilkinson in 1944
Nickname(s)"Ping"
Born(1888-12-22)December 22, 1888
Annapolis, Maryland, US
DiedFebruary 21, 1946(1946-02-21) (aged 57)
Norfolk, Virginia, US
Place of burial
Arlington National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States
Service / branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1905 – 1946
RankVice Admiral
Battles / warsVeracruz, Mexico
World War I
World War II
AwardsMedal of Honor
Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3)
RelationsJames Wilkinson (great-grandfather)

Theodore Stark Wilkinson (uncle)
Ernest Wilkinson (father)
Gulie Bustick Wilkinson (mother)
Catherine Harlow (wife)
Ann Harlow Wilkinson (daughter)

Theodore Stark Wilkinson III (son)

Theodore Stark "Ping" Wilkinson (December 22, 1888 – February 21, 1946) was a vice admiral of the United States Navy during World War II. He also received the Medal of Honor for his actions in Veracruz, Mexico.

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