John Andrew Johnston

Background

Johnston, John Andrew was born on January 30, 1923 in Ontario, Canada. Son of Robert Andrew and Rebecca Ellen (McKenzie) Johnston.

Education

Graduate, Air Force Command Staff College, 1955; graduate, Armed Forces Institute, 1962.

Career

Second in command Lieutenant, United States Army Air Force (named changed to United States Air Force 1947), 1942; advanced through grades to major general, United States Army Air Force (named changed to United States Air Force 1947), 1974; retired base commander, Detroit Metropolitan Airport, 1952-1960; assistant adjutant general, Michigan, 1960-1974; adjutant general, Michigan director, Michigan Department Military Affairs, since 1974. Board directors Department Defense Reserve Forces Policy Board, St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing, Michigan. Consultant aerospace industry.

Achievements

• John Andrew Johnston has been listed as a noteworthy Air force officer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member National Guard Association United States, National Guard Association Michigan, American Legion, American Defense Preparedness Association, Air Force Association, Rotary, Quiet Birdmen Club.

Connections

Married Dorothy L. Crabb, August 17, 1945. Children: Robert H., Susan L., James J., William G.

Father:

Robert Andrew Johnston

Mother:

Rebecca Ellen (McKenzie) Johnston

Spouse:

Dorothy L. Crabb

child:

William G. Johnston

child:

James J. Johnston

child:

Susan L. Johnston

child:

Robert H. Johnston