Edward Ellsberg was an accomplished American soldier and author, best known for his works centered around the World Wars. Born in 1891, Ellsberg graduated at the top of his class from the United States Naval Academy in 1914. His academic prowess earned him a place aboard the USS Texas, where he began his naval career.
Ellsberg's academic background extended beyond his undergraduate studies, as he pursued postgraduate training in naval architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His expertise in this field was later demonstrated through his groundbreaking work in the salvage of the sunken submarine USS S-51 in 1925. As a result of his efforts, Ellsberg became the first naval officer to qualify as a deep-sea diver, and he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for his contributions.
Throughout his career, Ellsberg received numerous accolades for his service. He was honored with the C.B.E. by His Majesty King George VI, as well as two Legions of Merit by the United States Government. Ellsberg's accomplishments as a naval officer laid the foundation for his career as an author, as he went on to write books that drew upon his experiences during the World Wars.