James B. Busey IV
American government official; retired U.S. Navy admiral
Admiral James Buchanan Busey IV (born October 7, 1932) is a retired United States Navy four star admiral.[1] He was Vice Chief of Naval Operations, from 1985 to 1987 and as Commander in Chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe/Commander in Chief, Allied Forces Southern Europe from 1987 to 1989.
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![]() Admiral James B. Busey IV in May 1986 | |
Nickname | "Jim" |
Born | Peoria, Illinois | October 2, 1932
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Years of service | 1952–1989 |
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Commands held | Vice Chief of Naval Operations VA-216 VFA-125 NAS Lemoore |
Battles/wars | Cold War Vietnam War |
Awards | Navy Cross Defense Distinguished Service Medal (3) Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3) Legion of Merit (5) Distinguished Flying Cross (3) Bronze Star Medal |
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