Background
Southerland, William Henry Hudson was born on July 10, 1852 in New York, New York, United States. Son of William and Phoebe E. Southerland.
Southerland, William Henry Hudson was born on July 10, 1852 in New York, New York, United States. Son of William and Phoebe E. Southerland.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1872.
Ensign, 1872; promoted through grades to rear admiral, May 4, 1910.
Served in Spanish-American War on Cuban coast, in command United States Ship Eagle. Member Board of Inspection and Survey, 1906-1907, Naval Examining and Retiring Board, 1910. Commanding 2d Division, Pacific Fleet, 1911-1912.
Member General Board, 1913-1914.
Married Mary Rodman, August, 1877. Children: Harriet Rodman (Mistress.