John Thomas McCarthy (born December 27, 1939)[1] was the United States Ambassador to Lebanon and Tunisia.[2]
McCarthy holds degrees from Manhattan College and Harvard University. Prior to his appointment as ambassador, he was Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs.[2]
| Diplomatic posts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by John Hubert Kelly |
United States Ambassador to Lebanon 1988–1990 |
Succeeded by Ryan Crocker |
| Preceded by Robert Pelletreau |
United States Ambassador to Tunisia 1991–1994 |
Succeeded by Mary Ann Casey |