Richard Russell Waldron

Richard Russell Waldron was a purser "and special agent" in the Wilkes Expedition, together with younger brother Thomas Westbrook Waldron (consul). Several landmarks were named after him or his brother. After the expedition was completed Waldron enjoyed some popularity and influence in Washington, D.C.

Richard Russell Waldron
Sloop USS Vincennes in the Antarctic, the ship that Waldron sailed in during the Wilkes Expedition
Born(1803-03-28)March 28, 1803
DiedOctober 30, 1846(1846-10-30) (aged 43)
Occupation(s)Purser, U.S. Navy
Parent(s)Daniel Waldron and Olive Sheafe
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