John J. Hyland | |
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![]() Admiral John J. Hyland | |
Born | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania[1] | September 1, 1912
Died | October 25, 1998[1] Honolulu, Hawaii[2] | (aged 86)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | ![]() |
Years of service | 1934–71 |
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Commands | U.S. Pacific Fleet U.S. Seventh Fleet Carrier Division Four USS Saratoga Squadron Commander, USS Intrepid |
Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal (2) Silver Star Distinguished Flying Cross (3) Air Medal (5) |
John Joseph Hyland Jr (September 1, 1912 – October 15, 1998) was an admiral in the United States Navy who commanded the U.S. Pacific Fleet from 1967 to 1970. A naval aviator, he was a champion of the aircraft carrier.