He retired from active duty of July 1 , 1947 and was advanced to Rear Admiral on the basis of his combat decorations .
Captain McKee was promoted to Commodore and took command of the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard following VJ - Day .
McKee retired from active duty of July 1 , 1947 and was advanced to Rear Admiral on the basis of McKee 's combat decorations .
Captain McKee was promoted to Commodore and took command of the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard following VJ - Day .