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Curtis H. Hutchings
RADM · USN
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Curtis H. Hutchings
RADM · USN
10/01/1929 – 11/01/1959
Service Details
School / Education
Stetson University
Pilot Designation
Naval Aviator
Highest Designation
Legion of Merit
Service Years
10/01/1929 – 11/01/1959
Theaters of Service
European
Aircraft Flown
Duty Assignments
VPB-63
VX-1
VP-42
Service Organizations
Naval Av Museum Fdn
U.S. Navy Memorial
Achievements & Story
Originated HO249. CO VPB-63, VX-1, and USS Pelican. Managed drop test program first sub-surface nuclear weapon. Military advisor to Sec. of Defense for missiles.