Craig Symonds

[General Casey]

Just saw the great naval historian Craig L. Symonds, best known for Lincoln and His Admirals, passed away last week

 

[wtexas]

Very sad. I really enjoyed his works, especially Stonewall of the West.

 

[51st Georgia]

Rest in Peace

 

[milhistbuff1]

May he rest in peace, Dr. S will live on through his works. Highly recommend.

 

[Josh The Lighthouse Guy]

NF Thread 'Craig Symonds: 1943-2026'

Oct 14, 2026

The United States Naval Institute has announced the sad news of the death of Dr. Craig Symonds:

The U.S. Naval Institute mourns the passing of Dr. Craig L. Symonds, distinguished naval historian, award-winning author, and professor emeritus of history at the U.S. Naval Academy. Through three decades of teaching and a lifetime of scholarship, he helped generations of naval officers and readers understand the people, decisions, and sacrifices that shaped our naval history.

In May 2023, Dr. Symonds addressed the Naval Institute's 150th Annual Meeting, reflecting on the enduring...

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