Sherm Clark

1899–1980 (age 81)

Naval Officer

Biography

Sherm Clark dedicated his life to the sea, rising through the ranks as a Naval officer whose steady leadership and technical skill supported the service during pivotal moments of the 20th century.

He is remembered at the United States Naval Academy Cemetery for the professionalism he brought to every assignment and for mentoring younger sailors who followed him into uniform.

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