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George Matthew Fennell Jr 1937 - 1958

George Matthew Fennell Jr was born on March 19, 1937, and died at age 21 years old on September 21, 1958. George Fennell was buried at Long Island National Cemetery Section T Site 3631 2040 Wellwood Avenue, in Farmingdale, Ny. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember George Matthew Fennell Jr.

George Matthew Fennell Jr

March 19, 1937

September 21, 1958

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George Matthew Fennell Jr's History: 1937 - 1958

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Introduction

The only thing I know, for sure, is that he spent four years at the Naval Academy and three months as an Ensign, before he was killed. Considering his ethnicity, it is probably safe to say that there were aspects of life as a midshipman which were more difficult for him than for the young men with no amount of African ancestry. The tribute to him from the 1958 issue of "The Lucky Bag" said little about any difficulties, though. What I know, for sure, is young Ensign Fennell's Naval career did not get his name into any history book or articles. He wasn't decorated with impressive medals, for valor. He never commanded a ship that took Marines to the shores of Vietnam, or to Beirut, in 1982. He didn't get that chance, because, tragically, he passed away just 3-4 months after he graduated. Hopefully, those few months held some joy for him. I would like to know more about the brief, but obviously impressive, life of the young man. Darillyn Lamb Starr Proud daughter of Col. A. W. Lamb, USMC (Ret). [contact link]
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1937

Birthday

March 19, 1937

Birthdate

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Birthplace

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Ethnicity & Family History

African American
Nationality & Locations

USA
Early Life & Education

George graduated from the US Naval Academy, in 1958 and died only three months into what should have been a promising career.
Military Service

Branch of service: Us Navy Rank attained: ENSIGN Wars/Conflicts: None
Professional Career

US Navy Officer
09/21

1958

Death

September 21, 1958

Death date

Unknown
Cause of death

Unknown
Death location

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Long Island National Cemetery Section T Site 3631 2040 Wellwood Avenue, in Farmingdale, Ny 11735
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