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U.S. Navy admiral From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Wells Kilby[1] (born 1963)[2] is a United States Navy admiral who serves as the vice chief of naval operations. He previously served as the deputy commander of the United States Fleet Forces Command.[3][4][5]
James W. Kilby | |
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Born | 1963 (age 60–61) |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1986–present |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands | Vice Chief of Naval Operations Carrier Strike Group 1 Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center USS Monterey USS Russell |
Battles/wars | Gulf War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) |
Raised in Pound Ridge, New York, Kilby is a 1986 graduate of the United States Naval Academy.[3]
In July 2021, he was nominated to succeed David Kriete as deputy commander of the United States Fleet Forces Command.[6][7] In July 2023, he was nominated for promotion to admiral and assignment as vice chief of naval operations. On January 5, 2024, he was promoted to admiral.[8]