Glynn R. Donaho

Glynn R. Donaho
Nickname(s)"Donc"
Born(1905-03-25)March 25, 1905
George, Texas
DiedMay 26, 1986(1986-05-26) (aged 81)
Sierra Vista, Arizona
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1927–1967
RankVice admiral
CommandsMilitary Sea Transportation Service
Destroyer Flotilla 3
Destroyer Squadron 17
Submarine Squadron 3
Submarine Division 222
USS Picuda
USS Flying Fish
Battles/warsWorld War II
Korean War
AwardsNavy Cross (4)
Navy Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star (2)
Bronze Star Medal

Glynn Robert Donaho (March 25, 1905 – May 26, 1986), nicknamed "Donc", was a United States Navy officer known principally for his exploits as a submarine commander during World War II, for which he received the Navy Cross four times, the Silver Star twice, and the Bronze Star Medal.


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