Thomas B. Hayward
Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the American politician, see Thomas B. Hayward (politician).
Admiral Thomas Bibb Hayward (May 3, 1924 – March 3, 2022) was Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy from July 1, 1978, until June 30, 1982,[1] after which he retired from military service.
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Born | (1924-05-03)May 3, 1924 Glendale, California, U.S. |
Died | March 3, 2022(2022-03-03) (aged 97) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1942–1982 |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands held | Chief of Naval Operations United States Pacific Fleet United States Seventh Fleet USS America (CVA-66) USS Graffias (AF-29) Carrier Air Wing Ten VF-103 |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal (2) Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3) Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (3) with Combat V Distinguished Flying Cross |
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