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William R. Furlong

United States Navy Rear admiral

Died when: 95 years 7 days (1140 months)
Star Sign: Gemini

 

William R. Furlong

William Rea Furlong (May 26, 1881 – June 2, 1976) was United States Navy Rear admiral during World War II, who served as the Chief of Naval Ordnance from 1937 to 1941.

After Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor, Furlong was tasked with the salvaging and repairing of the sunken U.S. ships.


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