Roger W. Mehle

Roger William Mehle (October 16, 1915 – August 30, 1997) was a United States Navy Rear admiral.

Mehle graduated from the United States Naval Academy in June 1937 and he spent two years serving on the USS New Mexico.

He graduated from flight training at Naval Air Station Pensacola in June 1939, then joined VF-3 and carrier-qualified in July 1939.

[1] On 1 February, Enterprise's Task Force 8 raided Kwajalein, Wotje, and Maloelap in the Marshall Islands, sinking three ships, damaging eight, and destroying numerous airplanes and ground facilities.

[2] From January 1965 to December 1966, Mehle served as Director, Strike Warfare Division, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations and received his first Legion of Merit for this service.