Powell Frederick Carter, Jr.

Admiral, U.S. Navy

Powell Frederick Carter, Jr. was born on 3 June 1931.

Vice Admiral Carter served as Director of the Joint Staff during 1985-1987. On 1 October 1987, he was promoted to the four-star rank of Admiral and appointed U.S. Military Representative, NATO Military Committee (USMILREP) from 1987 to 1988; He served as Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Atlantic Fleet (CINCLANTFLT) from 1988 to 1991.

Admiral Carter retired from the Navy in 1991.

Medals and Awards

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit (7 Awards)