Thomas F. Hall
Thomas F. Hall | |
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Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs (2002–2009) |
Thomas Forrest HallAssistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs from October 9, 2002 to 2009. A Presidential appointee confirmed by the United States Senate, he served as the principal staff assistant to the United States Secretary of Defense on all matters involving the 1.2 million members of the Reserve Components of the United States Armed Forces. He was responsible for overall supervision of Reserve Component affairs of the Department of Defense.
Early life and education
Hall was born in
Oklahoma State University for one year before entering the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. In 1963, he graduated from the academy with a bachelor's degree in Engineering and was named as one of the top 25 leaders in his class, having commanded both the top Battalion and Company. He was also awarded the Brigade Intramural Sports Trophy. In 1971, he received a master's degree in Public Personnel Management from George Washington University. He graduated with highest distinction from the Naval War College; with distinction, from the National War College; and from the National Security Course at Harvard University. He was selected as a Fellow and served on the Chief of Naval Operations Strategic Studies Group
.
Hall served almost 34 years of continuous
staff, command, and NATO positions during his career. He commanded Patrol Squadron Eight, Naval Air Station Bermuda, and dual-hatted as Commander of Fleet Air Keflavik and the Iceland Defense Force. His final military assignment was as the Commander/Director/Chief of Naval Reserve.[3]
Hall's military awards include the
Military Chaplains Association of the United States of America. In 2005, he was given the Admiral Jackson Award by the Reserve Officers Association
.
Nonprofit Service
Hall served on the
Boards of Directors of numerous nonprofit organizations that support the needs of US veterans and citizens in general. Prior to returning to government service, Secretary Hall served as the Executive Director of the Naval Reserve Association for six years. The Naval Reserve Association is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit veterans' organization that represents over 23,000 Navy Reserve officers, members, and their families.[4]
References
- ^ Register of Commissioned and Warrant Officers of the United States Navy and Reserve Officers on the Active-Duty List. Bureau of Naval Personnel. October 1, 1984. p. 9. Retrieved 2021-03-18.
- ^ "Biographical and Financial Information Requested of Nominees". Nominations Before the Senate Armed Services Committee, Second Session, 107th Congress (PDF). Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office. 2003. p. 273. Retrieved 2021-06-01.
- ^ "Former US admiral appointed honorary patron at Keilir". Keilir.
- ^ DIANE PLUMBERG (August 28, 1996). "Cuts Succeed, Admiral Says". The Oklahoman.
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