Background
Milton, John Brown was born on October 20, 1848 in Lexington, Kentucky, United States. Son of Bushrod T. and Mary A. Milton.
Milton, John Brown was born on October 20, 1848 in Lexington, Kentucky, United States. Son of Bushrod T. and Mary A. Milton.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1870.
Promoted ensign, July 13, 1871. Master (Lieutenant, junior grade), November 19, 1874. Lieutenant, September 14, 1881.
Lieutenant commander, March 3, 1899.
Commander, September 26, 1900. Captain, June 6, 1906.
Rear admiral. January 9, 1910.
Served on various vessels during Spanish-American War.
Married Harriet B. Steele, October 20, 1880.