Admiral William H. Standley Papers


Book Description

The Admiral William H. Standley papers contain both professional and personal correspondence, addresses and speeches, genealogical and biographical material, photographs, memorabilia, and other material documenting Admiral Standley's family, naval career, and public activities.







William H. Standley


Book Description

Typed, signed note America William Harrison Standley (18 December 1872 - 25 October 1963) was a U.S. admiral. He served as the Chief of Naval Operations between 1933 and 1937. He also served as the U.S. ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1941 until 1943.