Thomas B. Hayward
Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy (1924–2022)
Admiral Thomas Bibb Hayward (May 3, 1924 – March 3, 2022) was Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy from July 1, 1978, until June 30, 1982,[1] after which he retired from military service.
| Thomas B. Hayward | |
|---|---|
 Admiral Thomas B. Hayward, 21st Chief of Naval Operations | |
| Born | May 3, 1924 Glendale, California, U.S. |
| Died | March 3, 2022 (aged 97) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1942–1982 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | Chief of Naval Operations United States Pacific Fleet United States Seventh Fleet USS America (CVA-66) USS Graffias (AF-29) Carrier Air Wing Ten VF-103 |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal (2) Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3) Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit (3) with Combat V Distinguished Flying Cross |
Hayward endorsed the re-election campaign of Donald Trump in 2020 and said that the United States was becoming a socialist-Marxist tyrannical government.[2][3]
Hayward died on March 3, 2022 at the age of 97.[4]
References
change- ↑ Bender, Bryan (May 11, 2021). "'Disturbing and Reckless': Retired Brass Spread Election Lie in Attack on Biden, Democrats". Politico. Retrieved May 12, 2021.
- ↑ "Open Letter from Retired Generals and Admirals" (PDF). Flag Officers 4 America. Retrieved May 12, 2021.
- ↑ Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday Statement on the Passing of the 21st CNO Adm. Thomas B. Hayward
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