Kent J. Carroll
| Kent J. Carroll | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
August 22, 1926 Newton, Iowa, U.S. |
| Allegiance |
 United States |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1944–c.1983? |
| Rank | Vice admiral |
| Commands held |
Military Sealift Command USS Blue Ridge |
Kent Jean Carroll (born August 22, 1926) is a retired vice admiral in the United States Navy.[1] He commanded the Military Sealift Command until his retirement around 1983. His awards include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, and Defense Distinguished Service Medal.[2] He is an alumnus of the University of Notre Dame.[3]
He served as the first Commanding Officer of USS Blue Ridge[4]