George Ralph Marvell

Background

Marvell, George Ralph was born on September 25, 1869 in Fall River, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Edward Tracy and Anna Congdon (Wilbur) Marvell.

Education

Bachelor of Science, United States Naval Academy, 1889.

Career

1 son, George. Commissioned Lieutenant, United States Navy, March 3, 1899, and advanced through the grades to rear admiral, June 3, 1922. Vice admiral (temporary), November 21, 1930. Rear admiral, December 16, 1931.

Retired, October 1, 1933.

Membership

Member eclipse expedition to Africa, 1889-1890. Member and chairman General Board, 1932-1933. Member S.R., Sojourners.

Mason.; Clubs: Army and Navy (Washington).

Connections

Married Anna Nippes Wynkoop, December 15, 1892.

Father:

Edward Tracy Marvell

Mother:

Anna Congdon (Wilbur) Marvell

Spouse:

Anna Nippes Wynkoop