American admirals in London. American admirals in London are meeting today (Friday) to discuss United States naval problems in Europe. They are Admirals Mark A Mitscher (Commander, US Eighth Fleet), Henry K Hewitt (who took part in the Casablanca and Sicily landings) and Forrest Sherman. On the report of those three high-ranking American naval officers, will largely depend the future disposition of the US Naval forces in Europe.. Photo shows, Adml Mark A Mitscher (left) and (right) Adml Henry K Hewitt, at their London press conference today, Friday. 23 August 1946