Admiral Richard Stanislaus Edwards (18 February 1885 – 2 June 1956) served in the United States Navy during World War I and World War II.

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Edwards was appointed to the United States Naval Academy in 1903.

He was commissioned ensign on 13 September 1908 and through subsequent advancement attained the rank of admiral, to date from 13 April 1945.

He was transferred to the Navy's retired list on 1 July 1947, concluding a total of 43 years of naval service.

He died at the Naval Hospital, Oakland, California, 2 June 1956.