Rank Rear Admiral Battles and wars World War II Commands held USS Jack (SS-259) | Battles/wars World War II Name Thomas Dykers Other work The Silent Service | |
Born December 3, 1905
New Orleans, LA ( 1905-12-03 ) Awards Navy Cross (2)
Silver Star Died June 13, 1975, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States | ||
Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States Navy | ||
Thomas Michael Dykers, Sr. (December 3, 1905 – June 13, 1975) was a decorated submarine commander during World War II who reached the rank of Rear Admiral in the United States Navy. He was also a writer and producer. He narrated the 1957-58 TV series The Silent Service.
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