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Jerry L. Unruh

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Jerry L. Unruh
Pictured as rear admiral, 1992
Born (1939-11-21) November 21, 1939 (age 84)
Dodge City, Kansas, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service / branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1958–1994
RankVice admiral
RelationsWife, Dee

Jerry Lee Unruh (born November 21, 1939) is a former vice admiral in the United States Navy. He commanded the United States Third Fleet from 1991 to 1994.[1]

His awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritous Service Medal (4), Air Medal (14), and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.

Over 20 years after leaving the U.S. Navy, on September 14, 2020, he joined other retired military leaders by endorsing President Donald J. Trump for reelection.

References

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  1. ^ "Jerry L. Unruh, VADM, USN (Ret.)" (PDF). www.epnaao.com. Retrieved 2024-07-06.