Charles Elliott Loughlin (February 19, 1910 – October 31, 1989) was an officer of the United States Navy, where he reached the rank of Rear Admiral.

[2] Loughlin graduated from the Academy in 1933 and served in the battleship USS New Mexico (BB-40), part of the time as an assistant to Lieutenant Hyman G.

QUEENFISH (SS-393), on the FIRST War Patrol of that submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters of the Luzon Strait, Philippine Islands, during the period 4 August 1944 to 3 October 1944.

His superb ship-handling in evading severe Japanese countermeasures saved his ship from possible disaster and his devotion to duty throughout reflects the highest credit upon Commander Loughlin and the United States Naval Service.

Though personally receiving credit for just one-third of a sinking (shared with his packmates) Loughlin's Loopers II sank four ships and damaged three more.

[11] On 28 March 1945 Vice Admiral Charles Lockwood messaged to all submarines Let pass safely the Awa Maru carrying prisoner of war supplies.

Advised by another submarine of his wolfpack (USS Sea Fox (SS-402)) that targets were in the area, Loughlin thought he came upon a destroyer in a dense fog.

King's response was rapid: Order Queenfish into port immediately...Detach Loughlin from his command and have him tried by a general court-martial.While no more survivors were found, an estimated four thousand bales of raw rubber were seen.

[11] It should be understood that all wartime awards for valor for submariners are based on the presumed damage made at the time of the attacks and not upon the post-war attribution.

[11] He later served as the Naval Academy's athletic director and is credited with the rebirth of the football, cross country and wrestling programs at the school through his fundraising efforts.

He was plans officer on SACLant staff, and Commander Submarine Flotilla Six during the buildup of the Polaris force, for which he was awarded his first Legion of Merit.

As an extremely competent and resourceful leader, Rear Admiral Loughlin exercised military and operational command over a major portion of the Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet during a period of unprecedented growth.

Exercising outstanding leadership, tact, and judgment, Rear Admiral Loughlin successfully directed and supervised the efforts of the large, diversified complex of naval activities that comprise his command, all of which are dedicated to the mission of Fleet support.

Under his command, military-civilian relationships have been enhanced, leading to an increased awareness of the important role played by the Navy in the community.

Rear Admiral Loughlin maintained close contact with civilian leaders in his area of coordination with a resultant increase in integrated off-base housing for military personnel.

By his outstanding leadership, foresight, and keen intellect, Rear Admiral Loughlin has significantly enhanced the material effectiveness of his complex command, and has upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.