| Oscar Farenholt |
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| 1843 births | |
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Born in San Antonio, Texas , Farenholt entered the Navy as a seaman 24 April 1861, after 3 years in the merchant service. Distinguished service led to his appointment as acting ensign 19 August 1864, and command of the motor Schooner ''Henry Janes'' in the sounds of North Carolina later that year. His last of many important billets at sea was in command of ''Monocacy'' , who acted as base of procurement at Shanghai for Admiral George Dewey 's fleet in the Spanish-American War. Rear Admiral Farenholt retired 1 September 1901, and died 30 June 1920 at Mare Island, California . Two ships have been named USS ''Farenholt'' for him. |
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