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Colin
R.
McMillan
1934-07-27

–

2003-07-24

Colin Riley McMillan was a former Assistant United States Secretary of Defense under President George H. W. Bush during the Gulf War. He was awaiting confirmation as United States Secretary of the Navy in 2003 when he died from an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound in the head at his New Mexico ranch.

Awards Received

  • Defense Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Civilian

    Rank:

    Mr.

    Action Date:

    1990 – 1992

    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 Mr. Colin R. McMillan, Defense Department, 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 Mr. McMillan reflect great credit upon himself, and the Department of Defense.