From the November 1, 1930, issue

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ADMIRAL TAYLOR CHOSEN FOR HIGHEST AWARD OF ENGINEERS

The John Fitz Medal Board of Award has chosen Rear Admiral Watson Taylor, U.S.N., retired, for the highest award for professional distinction the engineering profession of America will confer during 1931.

In summing up Admiral Taylor’s accomplishments, the Board cites outstanding achievement in marine architecture, revolutionary results of persistent research in hull design, improvements in many types of war ships, and distinguished services as chief constructor of the United States Navy during the World War.