David L. McDonald
David Lamar McDonald (September 12, 1906 – December 16, 1997) was an admiral in the United States Navy, who served as the 17th Chief of Naval Operations from 1 August 1963 to 1 August 1967 during the Vietnam War era.
David L. McDonald | |
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Admiral David L. McDonald | |
| Born | September 12, 1906 Maysville, Georgia, US |
| Died | December 16, 1997 (aged 91) Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1928–1967 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | Chief of Naval Operations United States Sixth Fleet USS Coral Sea USS Mindoro |
| Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
| Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal (2) Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal Navy Commendation Medal |
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