William Lewis Herndon
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About
American naval officer who led the expedition to the Amazon.
Before Fame
He served in the Depot of Charts and Instruments at the U.S. Naval Observatory.
Trivia
His quick thinking saved the women and children of a ship under his command after they were caught in a hurricane.
Family Life
His brother-in-law and cousin,
Associated With
He was the father-in-law of President Chester A. Arthur.
