Marion Frederic Ramírez de Arellano
Marion Frederic Ramirez de Arellano | |
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Capt. Marion Frederic Ramirez de Arellano First Hispanic submarine commanding officer | |
| Birth name | Marion Frederic Ramirez de Arellano Kimerer |
| Nickname(s) | Ramrod |
| Born | August 5, 1913 San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| Died | May 15, 1980 (aged 66) Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, D.C. |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1935–1961 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Commands | USS Balao (SS-285) |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit Bronze Star with combat "V" |
Captain Marion Frederic Ramirez de Arellano (August 5, 1913 – May 15, 1980) was a submarine commander in the United States Navy and the first Hispanic submarine commanding officer. He was awarded two Silver Stars, the Legion of Merit, and a Bronze Star for his actions against the Japanese Imperial Navy during World War II.