Michelle Howard was the U.S. Vice Chief of Naval Operations and the commander of U.S. Naval Forces around the world simultaneously serving at Africa, Europe, and commander of Allied Joint Forces at Naples; and earning the Legion of Merit, The Navy Distinguished Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, The NAACP Image Award/Chairman's Award, The Commendation Medal, The Achievement Medal, The Defense Superior Service Medal.
M.Howard was the 1st woman to become a U.S. Navy 4 star Admiral when she became Vice Chief of Naval Operations in 2014.
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