Kenneth Minihan

Kenneth A. Minihan (born December 31, 1943) is a former United States Air Force lieutenant general who served as the director of the National Security Agency and the Defense Intelligence Agency, retiring on May 1, 1999.

Kenneth Minihan
14th Director of the National Security Agency
In office
1996–1999
PresidentBill Clinton
Preceded byJohn M. McConnell
Succeeded byMichael Hayden
12th Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency
In office
1995–1996
PresidentBill Clinton
Preceded byJames R. Clapper
Succeeded byPatrick M. Hughes
Personal details
Born (1943-12-31) December 31, 1943
Pampa, Texas, United States
Alma materFlorida State University
ProfessionIntelligence officer
Military service
AllegianceUnited States
Branch/serviceUnited States Air Force
Years of service1966–1999
RankLieutenant General
CommandsAir Intelligence Agency
Air Force Intelligence Command
6917th Electronic Security Group
12th Tactical Intelligence Squadron
6941st Electronic Security Squadron
Battles/warsVietnam War
AwardsDefense Distinguished Service Medal
Legion of Merit (3)
Bronze Star Medal
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
Meritorious Service Medal (4)
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