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Ronald J. Hays
United States admiral (1928-2021) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ronald Jackson Hays (born August 19, 1928)[1] is a retired United States Navy four star admiral. He was Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) from 1983 to 1985; and as Commander in Chief, United States Pacific Command (USCINCPAC) from 1985 to 1988.
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Nickname | Happy |
Born | (1928-08-19) August 19, 1928 (age 95) Urania, Louisiana |
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Years of service | 1950 - 1988 |
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Commands held | Pacific Command |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3) Silver Star (3) Distinguished Flying Cross (6) Bronze Star (V) Navy Commendation Medal (V) |
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