Kathleen A. McGrath

Captain
Kathleen A. McGrath
Born(1952-06-04)June 4, 1952
DiedSeptember 26, 2002(2002-09-26) (aged 50)
Resting placeArlington National Cemetery
Alma materCalifornia State University, Sacramento
Occupation(s)US Navy officer and ship commander
Known forFirst woman to command a United States Navy warship.
SpouseGregory H. Brandon
Children2
Military career
Allegiance United States
Branch United States Navy
RankCaptain

Kathleen Anne McGrath (June 4, 1952 – September 26, 2002) was the first woman to command a United States Navy warship.