Jay L. Johnson
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Jay Lynn Johnson[1] (born June 5, 1946) is a retired United States Navy admiral who served as the 26th Chief of Naval Operations from 1996 to 2000.[2] He was later president and chief executive officer of General Dynamics.
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Born | (1946-06-05) June 5, 1946 (age 77) Great Falls, Montana, US |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1968–2000 |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands held | Chief of Naval Operations United States Second Fleet Carrier Group 8 Carrier Air Wing One VF-84 (1955–1995) |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War Gulf War |
Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal (2) Navy Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) |
Other work | CEO of General Dynamics Corp. |
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