Frank Kelso graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1956. From June 29, 1990 to April 23, 1994, Admiral Kelso served as the Navy’s 24th Chief of Naval Operations.
Sponsored by:
Frank
Benton
Kelso
II
1933-07-11
–
2013-06-23
Born:
Fayetteville
,
Tennessee
Home:
Fayetteville
,
Tennessee
Buried:
Fayetteville
,
Tennessee
Cemetery:
Rose Hill Cemetery
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States NavyRank:
AdmiralAction Date:
June 29, 1990 – April 23, 1994
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal to Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Chief of Naval Operations from 29 June 1990 to 23 April 1994. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Admiral Kelso culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Navy.
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. His singularly distinctive accomplishments and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. His singularly distinctive accomplishments and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. His singularly distinctive accomplishments and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of Admiral Kelso reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Navy, and the Department of Defense.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States NavyRank:
AdmiralAction Date:
June 29, 1990 to April 23, 1994
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, was awarded a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Admiral Frank Benton Kelso, II, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of Admiral Kelso reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Navy, and the Department of Defense.