Background
Field, Richard Stockton was born on June 9, 1890 in Pocahontas, Mississippi, United States. Son of doctor Robert and Belle (Daniel) F.
Field, Richard Stockton was born on June 9, 1890 in Pocahontas, Mississippi, United States. Son of doctor Robert and Belle (Daniel) F.
Graduated from the United States Naval Academy, 1911. Graduated from the United States Naval War College, 1936.
Commissioned ensign United States Navy, 1912, advanced through grades to commander, 1931, retired, 1937. Director bureau of Marine Inspection and Navigation, unites states department of Commerce, Washington, since 1937, With United States Coast Guard, 1942-— for duration of war. Promoted captain, United States Navy.
Club: Chevy Chase.
Married Mildred Fearn, October 15, 1913. Children: Richard Stockton, Fearn.