John W. Reeves, Jr.
| John W. Reeves, Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 25, 1888 |
| Died |
July 16, 1967 (aged 79) Pensacola, Florida |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1911-1950 |
| Rank |
 Admiral |
| Commands held | USS Wasp (CV-7) |
| Battles/wars |
World War I World War II |
| Awards |
Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit (4) |
John W. Reeves, Jr. (April 25, 1888 – July 16, 1967)[1] was an admiral of the United States Navy who served as the Commander of the Alaskan Sector, Northwest Sea Frontier, during World War II. As such, he led the effort to dislodge Imperial Japan forces from the Aleutian Islands.
Later transferred back to sea duty, Reeves was designated (on 7 Mar 1944), commander, Carrier Division Four (COMCARDIV) Task Group 58.1 hoisting his flag in USS Enterprise (CV-6). Reeves' Task Group 58.3, consisting of the Enterprise, Lexington (CV-16), San Jacinto (CVL-30) and Princeton(CVL-23), played a key role in the Battle of the Philippine Sea on 19–20 June 1944.
A native of Haddonfield, New Jersey, Reeves died at Pensacola, Florida.
Prior to flag rank, Admiral Reeves was the commanding officer of the USS Wasp (CV-7).