John Currier

Vice Admiral John P. Currier (December 18, 1951 – March 1, 2020) was the 28th Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard. He assumed the position from Vice Admiral Sally Brice-O'Hara on May 18, 2012 and was relieved on May 20, 2014 by Vice Admiral Peter Neffenger.

John P. Currier
VADM Currier, 28th Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard
Born(1951-12-18)December 18, 1951
Portland, Maine, U.S.
DiedMarch 1, 2020(2020-03-01) (aged 68)
Traverse City, Michigan, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Coast Guard
Years of service1976–2014
RankVice Admiral
Commands heldChief of Staff, USCG
Coast Guard District Thirteen
Coast Guard Air Station Miami
Coast Guard Air Station Detroit
Battles/warsCold War
September 11, 2001 attacks
AwardsHomeland Security Distinguished Service Medal
Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Medal
Coast Guard Commendation Medal with "O" device
Coast Guard Achievement Medal with "O" device

Previously, VADM Currier commanded Coast Guard District 13. He was relieved as district commander by Rear Admiral Gary Blore on July 14, 2009. Admiral Currier was selected for promotion to vice admiral and subsequently served as Chief of Staff of the Coast Guard.

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