Background
Mcelroy, George Wightman was born on March 19, 1858 in Henry, Illinois, United States. Son of George B. and Mary (Good) M.
Mcelroy, George Wightman was born on March 19, 1858 in Henry, Illinois, United States. Son of George B. and Mary (Good) M.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1878.
Assistant engineer June 20, 1880. Promoted through grades to rear admiral, August 29, 1916.
Served on Gloucester, Spanish-American War, 1898.