Mike Gilday | |
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Birth name | Michael Martin Gilday |
Born | Lowell, Massachusetts, U.S. | October 10, 1962
Allegiance | United States |
Service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1985–2023 |
Rank | Admiral |
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Battles / wars | Gulf War |
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Alma mater | |
Spouse(s) | Linda Gilday[1] |
Michael Martin Gilday (born October 10, 1962) is a retired United States Navy officer who last served as the 32nd chief of naval operations from August 22, 2019 to August 14, 2023. Gilday commanded two destroyers, served as Director of the Joint Staff, commanded the Tenth Fleet/Fleet Cyber Command, and led Carrier Strike Group 8.[2]