Ronald J. Hays

United States admiral (1928-2021)

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.

Ronald J. Hays
Admiral Ronald J. Hays
NicknameHappy
Born (1928-08-19) August 19, 1928 (age 95)
Urania, Louisiana
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service1950 - 1988
Rank Admiral
Commands heldPacific Command
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal (3)
Silver Star (3)
Distinguished Flying Cross (6)
Bronze Star (V)
Navy Commendation Medal (V)

References change

  1. date & year of birth according to LCNAF CIP data