Raymond Ames Spruance was a United States Navy admiral during World War II. He commanded U.S. naval forces during the Battle of the Philippine Sea, one of the most significant naval battles of the Pacific Theatre. He also commanded Task Force 16... Wikipedia
Born: July 3, 1886, Baltimore, MD
Died: December 13, 1969 (age 83 years), Pebble Beach, Del Monte Forest, CA
Place of burial: Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, CA
Full name: Raymond Ames Spruance
Awards: Navy Cross, Navy Distinguished Service Medal, and Order of the Redeemer
Previous office: United States Ambassador to the Philippines (1952–1955)
Education: United States Naval Academy and Shortridge High School