James Dale Williams

Background

Williams, James Dale was born on October 23, 1935 in Lumberton, North Carolina, United States. Son of John Cleon and Saleima (Floyd) Williams.

Education

Bachelor of Science, United States Naval Academy, 1958.

Career

Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, 1958; advanced through grades to vice admiral, United States Navy, 1988; commanding officer United States Ship Flying Fish, United States Navy, 1973-1976; commander base, United States Navy, Seattle, 1981-1982; commander Navy Recruiting Command, United States Navy, 1982-1985; commander Submarine Group 2, United States Navy, Groton, Connecticut, 1985-1987; commander ADCNO submarine warfare, United States Navy, Groton, Connecticut, 1987; director office program appraisal SECNAV, United States Navy, Washington, 1987-1988; commander, Sixth Fleet, 1988-1990; deputy chief, Naval Operations, Naval Warfare, Washington, since 1990.

Achievements

• James Dale Williams has been listed as a noteworthy Naval officer by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Married Dorothy Martha Swahn, May 18, 1963. Children— Jonathan D., Samantha M.

Father:

John Cleon Williams

Mother:

Saleima (Floyd) Williams

Spouse:

Dorothy Martha Swahn