John Bernadou

Biography

John Bernadou devoted his life to the Navy, serving in late 19th-century conflicts and earning a reputation for technical proficiency and steady command. His work contributed to the modernization of naval tactics and the training of younger officers entering a new era of seapower.

Bernadou’s legacy reaches beyond his service years, remembered through the professionalism and calm he brought to every assignment. His burial at Arlington National Cemetery commemorates the lasting impact of his steady leadership.