Frederick V. McNair Jr.

Frederick Vallette McNair Jr. (March 13, 1882 – September 2, 1962) was an officer of the United States Navy and a recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions at the beginning of the U.S. occupation of Veracruz, Mexico.

Frederick Vallette McNair Jr.
Frederick McNair when he was an ensign
Born(1882-03-13)March 13, 1882
Maryland
DiedSeptember 2, 1962(1962-09-02) (aged 80)
Place of burial
United States Naval Academy Cemetery
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service1903 - 1931, 1942
RankCaptain
Battles/warsU.S. occupation of Veracruz, 1914
AwardsMedal of Honor
Navy Cross

McNair was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy (Class of 1903) and the son of Rear Admiral Frederick V. McNair Sr. (Class of 1857), and the grandfather of tennis star Frederick V. McNair, IV.

McNair rose to the rank of captain.

He is buried in the United States Naval Academy Cemetery and his grave can be located in lot 406.

Medal of Honor citation

McNair's Medal of Honor citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in battle engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. McNair was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

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