George Whelan Anderson, Jr.

United States admiral (1906-1992) · United States · Writers · Died at 85

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George Whelan Anderson Jr. was an admiral in the United States Navy and a diplomat. Serving as the Chief of Naval Operations between 1961 and 1963, he was in charge of the US blockade of Cuba during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.

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Awards

Laetare Medal1963

Navy Distinguished Service Medal

Bronze Star Medal

Legionnaire of Legion of Merit

In common with George

Jean KerrBoth received Laetare Medal

Anne O'Hare McCormickBoth received Laetare Medal Paul HorganBoth received Laetare Medal

Writers from the United States 3

James Loeb44.1 Steven W. Mosher44.1

Anu Garg44.1

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United States