Frank Berrien

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Frank Dunn Berrien
Born 17 August 1877
Connecticut
Died 31 January 1951(1951-01-31) (aged 73)
New Haven, Connecticut
Place of burial U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery, Annapolis, Maryland
Allegiance United States United States of America
Service/branch  United States Navy
Rank Rear Admiral
Commands held USS Lexington (CV-2)
Battles/wars World War I
*Action of 17 November 1917
Other work Football coach at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis.

Frank D. Berrien was the 13th head college football coach for the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen located in Annapolis, Maryland and he held that position for three seasons, from 1908 until 1910. His coaching record at United States Naval Academy was 21 wins, 5 losses, and 3 ties. As of the conclusion of the 2007 season, this ranks him tenth at United States Naval Academy in total wins and fifth at United States Naval Academy in winning percentage (.776).[1] As captain of the USS Nicholson he fought in the Action of 17 November 1917. He later commanded the aircraft carrier USS Lexington.

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