Edward Hale Campbell

Edward Hale Campbell (October 4, 1872 – December 11, 1946) was a vice admiral in the United States Navy. He served in the Spanish–American War and World War I.

Early life and education
Edward Campbell was born in South Bend, Indiana on October 4, 1872 to Myron and Abbie Campbell.

Career
Campbell graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1893 and would later be assigned to the USS Baltimore (C-3).

During the Spanish–American War, he served off the coast of Central America. Following the war, he served aboard the USS Iowa (BB-4) and the USS Indiana (BB-1) before being assigned to assist in the fitting-out of the USS Milwaukee (C-21). In 1907, he was named Judge Advocate General of the Navy. He served in this position until 1909, when he left to assist in the fitting-out of the USS North Dakota (BB-29).

During World War I, Campbell commanded the USS Charleston (C-22). Following this assignment, he would take command of the Naval Training Station, Newport.

He returned to his former position of Judge Advocate General for the years 1925–1929. In 1929, he would take command of the Special Service Squadron. From 1934 to 1935, he served as commander of the Scouting Force. Later, he took command of the 12th Naval District. He retired on November 1, 1936.

Awards
He received the Navy Cross for actions during World War I.

Personal life
He married Lilian Strong. Together, they had 2 children: Georgiana Campbell and Edward S. Campbell.

Death and legacy
Campbell died in December 11, 1946 in Medina, Washington. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery with Lilian and their daughter, Georgiana.