Gerald E. Miller

Vice Admiral in the United States Navy

Gerald E. Miller - Vice Admiral in the United States Navy
Born

July 1st, 1919
105 years ago

Died

2014
11 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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A vice admiral in the United States Navy, achieved recognition for service during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Served as commander of naval forces in the Mediterranean Sea and held various high-ranking positions throughout a military career that spanned several decades. Contributed to naval strategy and operations, and played a pivotal role in shaping naval readiness during critical periods of 20th-century conflicts.

Commanded naval forces in the Mediterranean

Served in World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War

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