Powell F. Carter, Jr.
| Powell F. Carter, Jr. | |
|---|---|
 Admiral Powell F. Carter, Jr. | |
| Born |
June 3, 1931 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died |
June 28, 2017 (aged 86) Harpers Ferry, West Virginia |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1955 - 1991 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | US Atlantic Fleet |
| Battles/wars | Korean War |
| Awards |
Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (7) |
Powell Frederick Carter, Jr. (born June 3, 1931) was a retired United States Navy four star admiral who served as Director of the Joint Staff 1985–1987,[1] United States Military Representative, NATO Military Committee (USMILREP) from 1987 to 1988; and as Commander in Chief, United States Atlantic Fleet (CINCLANTFLT) from 1988 to 1991.[2]
Notes
- ↑ DOD Key Officials 1984–2004, Historical Office, Office of the Secretary of Defense, 2004. Accessed online 2010-02-03.
- ↑ He graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1955. A Brief History Of The U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Navy. Accessed online 2010-02-03.
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