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Herbert, Hilary Abner |
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Herbert, Hilary Abner (1834–1919) secretary of the navy; born in Laurens, S.C. As a confederate officer he fought in numerous Civil War battles (1861–64). He became a congressman (1877–93) and the secretary of the navy (1893–97). He promoted the construction of battleships and torpedo boats.
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