Alford L. McMichael

Alford L. McMichael
McMichael as Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
Born (1952-02-24) February 24, 1952 (age 72)
Hot Springs, Arkansas, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service / branchUnited States Marine Corps
Years of service1970–2006
RankSergeant Major of the Marine Corps
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal
Legion of Merit
Meritorious Service Medal (2)
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2)
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2)

Alford L. McMichael (born February 24, 1952) is a retired United States Marine who served as the 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps from 1999 to 2003. He was also the first Staff Non-Commissioned Officer for Allied Command Operations for NATO (2003–2006). McMichael retired from the Marine Corps in 2006 after 36 years of service.[1]

  1. ^ Warner, Senator John (March 28, 2006). "Tribute to Sergeant Major Alford L. McMichael". Congressional Record. United States Senate. Retrieved December 19, 2008.[permanent dead link]