Background
Knapp, John Joseph was born on October 29, 1857 in Saint Louis. Son of John and Virginia (Wright) Knapp.
Knapp, John Joseph was born on October 29, 1857 in Saint Louis. Son of John and Virginia (Wright) Knapp.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1878.
Commissioned ensign, June 26, 1884. Promoted through the various grades to captain, July 1, 1910.
Served on United States Ship Quinnebaug, 1878-1880.
Married Lilias Harrison, July 31, 1884.