Raymond E. Peet
Raymond Edward Peet (born January 27, 1921) is a retired a vice admiral in the United States Navy. He was born in Oneonta, New York to U.L. and Hanna (née Thomas) Peet.[1] He is a former commander of the United States First Fleet (from August 1, 1970 – May 15, 1972). He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1943. Other commands he held include Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense (International Security Affairs) and Director, Defense Security Assistance Agency.[2][3] Married to Dian, he resides in La Jolla, California, and serves as a consultant, manager, and on the boards of many private and public corporations.
Raymond E. Peet | |
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| Born | January 27, 1921 Oneonta, New York, U.S. |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1942–1974 |
| Rank | Vice admiral |
| Commands held | United States First Fleet |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
References
- Armstrong, A.C.; Vitale, S.A.; Who's Who Historical Society (Calif.). Who's who in California. 12. Who's Who Historical Society. ISSN 0511-8948. Retrieved May 18, 2015.
- "Raymond E. Peet". ussbainbridgeassociation.com. Archived from the original on July 1, 2016. Retrieved May 18, 2015.
- "Peet, Raymond E. (1921- ) | U.S. Naval Institute". usni.org. Retrieved May 18, 2015.
External links
- Raymond Edward Peet Papers, 1943-1972 MS 200 held by Special Collections & Archives, Nimitz Library at the United States Naval Academy
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