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William D. Leahy
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William Daniel Leahy was an American naval officer. The most senior United States military officer on active duty during World War II, he held several titles and exercised considerable influence over foreign and military policy. As a fleet admiral, he was the first flag officer ever to hold a five-star rank in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Leahy c. 1945
Leahy c. 1945
As a naval cadet
As a naval cadet
With wife Louise and son William Harrington Leahy at Mare Island, California, in October 1905
With wife Louise and son William Harrington Leahy at Mare Island, California, in October 1905
President William H. Taft reviews a parade in San Francisco, California, October 14, 1911. Left to right: Rear Admiral Chauncey Thomas Jr., Leahy, Lil
President William H. Taft reviews a parade in San Francisco, California, October 14, 1911. Left to right: Rear Admiral Chauncey Thomas Jr., Leahy, Lillian Nordica, Archibald Butt and President Taft.
Fleet admiral (United States)
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Fleet admiral is a five-star flag officer rank in the United States Navy whose rewards uniquely include active duty pay for life. Fleet admiral ranks immediately above admiral and is equivalent to General of the Army and General of the Air Force.
Image: FADM Ernest J. King
Image: FADM Ernest J. King
Image: Chester Nimitz as CNO (cropped)
Image: Chester Nimitz as CNO (cropped)
Image: W Halsey
Image: W Halsey
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Image: lossy page 1 Fleet Admiral Leahy.tif