Andrew Higgins

1886–1952 (age 66)

shipbuilder

Biography

Andrew Higgins, born in 1886, founded Higgins Industries in Louisiana and became renowned for the shipbuilding prowess that reshaped amphibious warfare with his nimble, flat-bottomed craft. His skillful leadership turned supply shortages into innovations that helped the nation meet the demands of a global conflict.

At Metairie Cemetery, visitors pause to reflect on the man whose dedication to hard work and practical invention ensured that so many soldiers could reach distant shores safely, leaving a proud imprint on the city he called home.

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