James Meredith Helm

Rear Admiral James Meredith Helm (December 16, 1855 – October 28, 1927) was an American military officer in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War.

James Meredith Helm
Born(1855-12-16)December 16, 1855
Grayville, Illinois
DiedOctober 28, 1927(1927-10-28) (aged 71)
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service1875–1919
RankRear Admiral
Commands heldUSS Hornet
USS Idaho
USS Wabash
Battles/warsSpanish–American War World War I
AwardsNavy Cross

Early life and education

Born at Grayville, Illinois, Helm graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1875.

Career

He served in various ships and abroad until the Spanish–American War, when he commanded the gunboat Hornet. In the blockade of Cuba, he captured a Spanish steamer and three contraband schooners, and was advanced five numbers in grade for outstanding performance at the Battle of Manzanillo on 30 June 1898. Helm subsequently commanded the Idaho and Wabash.

During World War I, Helm was Commandant of the 4th Naval District and received the Navy Cross for his achievements.

The destroyer USS Helm (DD-388) was named for him.

Personal life

He retired December 16, 1919 and died October 28, 1927.

References

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