Ronald J. Hays

Ronald J. Hays
Admiral Ronald J. Hays
Nickname(s)Happy
Born (1928-08-19) August 19, 1928
Urania, Louisiana
Allegiance United States
Branch United States Navy
Years of service1950 - 1988
Rank Admiral
CommandsPacific Command
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal (3)
Silver Star (3)
Distinguished Flying Cross (6)
Bronze Star (V)
Navy Commendation Medal (V)

Ronald Jackson Hays (born August 19, 1928)[1] is a retired United States Navy four star admiral. He was Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) from 1983 to 1985; and as Commander in Chief, United States Pacific Command (USCINCPAC) from 1985 to 1988.

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  1. date & year of birth according to LCNAF CIP data