David L. McDonald

David L. McDonald
Admiral David L. McDonald
Born(1906-09-12)September 12, 1906
Maysville, Georgia, US
DiedDecember 16, 1997(1997-12-16) (aged 91)
Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1928–1967
RankAdmiral
CommandsChief of Naval Operations
United States Sixth Fleet
USS Coral Sea
USS Mindoro
ConflictsWorld War II
Vietnam War
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit
Bronze Star Medal
Navy Commendation Medal

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.

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