Samuel M. Harrington
1882–1948 (age 66)
Naval Officer
Biography
Samuel M. Harrington (1882-1948) served the Navy with distinction, offering guidance to those under his command and contributing to the shaping of a resilient maritime force in the years between the world wars. His leadership was marked by a calm presence and readiness to face new challenges.
The peers and protégés who knew him recall Harrington as a compassionate mentor, always attentive to the needs of the service members and families entrusted to his care.