Roland Morillot
Introduction '''Roland Morillot''' (1885 – 29 December 1915) was a French naval officer and hero of the early age of submarines. He was the brother of painter Octave Morillot.
Career The ''Monge''Morillot captained the French submarine ''Monge'' when she was sunk by SMS ''Helgoland'' on the night of 28–29 December 1915.He ordered the ship evacuated and sank with her as he made certain that his men escaped to safety. The entire crew was saved, except Morillot and two non-commissioned officers.
Honours * 75px Knight of the Legion of Honour (''Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur'') - French Republic* 75px Gold Medal of Military Valour (''Medaglia d'Oro al Valor Militare) - Kingdom of Italy* Mention in the Army Despatches (''Citation à l'Ordre de l'Armée'') 22 March 1916 - French RepublicThree submarines were named in his honour.
References *  Les bâtiments ayant porté le nom de ''Monge'', netmarine.net