Rear Admiral Philip Daly Gallery (October 17, 1907 – November 29, 1973) was a United States Navy officer who served with distinction on destroyers in the Pacific Theater during World War II, rising to the rank of rear admiral.
Early Life and Education
Philip Daly Gallery was born on October 17, 1907, the son of Daniel Vincent Gallery (born Chicago, July 19, 1865), a lawyer, and Mary Onahan Gallery, a writer. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy as a member of the Class of 1928.
Military Career
During World War II, Gallery commanded the destroyer USS Jenkins (DD-447). For his service during this period, he was awarded the Legion of Merit (with Gold Star and "V" Device) and the Bronze Star Medal (with Gold Star and "V" Device).
After World War II, his commands included Destroyer Division 72, the fleet replenishment oiler USS Passumpsic (AO-107), and the heavy cruiser USS Pittsburgh (CA-72). He also served as commanding officer of the Anti-Aircraft Training and Test Center and the Naval Powder Factory.
Gallery retired from the Navy in 1958.
Death and Legacy
He died on November 29, 1973, at the age of 66, and was buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery.
Two of his brothers, William O. Gallery and Daniel V. Gallery, also became rear admirals in the United States Navy. The USS Gallery (FFG-26), a Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate, was named in honor of the three Gallery brothers.
Awards and Decorations
- Legion of Merit (with Gold Star and "V" Device)
- Bronze Star Medal (with Gold Star and "V" Device)
- American Defense Service Medal
- American Campaign Medal
- Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal (with four bronze service stars)
- World War II Victory Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Philippine Liberation Medal (with two stars)
