Background
Williams, William Robert was born on January 2, 1949 in Syracuse, New York, United States. Son of Edward Myron and Mary Agnes (Blank) Williams.
Williams, William Robert was born on January 2, 1949 in Syracuse, New York, United States. Son of Edward Myron and Mary Agnes (Blank) Williams.
Bachelor of Science, United States Naval Academy, 1971. Masters General Administration, University Maryland, 1982. Graduate, National War College, 1987.
Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, 1971; advanced through grades to captain, United States Navy, 1986; various assignments, United States Navy, 1976-1980; instructor United States Naval Academy, United States Navy, Annapolis, Maryland., 1980-1982; Executive officer United States Ship Aubrey Fitch, United States Navy, Mayport, Florida, 1982-1984; military personnel policy coordinator Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, United States Navy, Washington, 1984-1986; staff member Directorate for Joint Support, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Washington, 1987-1989; commanding officer, United States Ship Conyngham (DDG-17), Norfolk, Virginia, 1989-1990; commanding officer, United States Ship Arthur W. Radford, 1990-1991; staff commander, 2d Fleet, since 1992.
Member Surface Naval Association, United States Naval Institute, National War College Alumni Association, United States Naval Academy Alumni Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Married Karen Ann Halsey. Children: Rebecca Ann, Sarah Jane, William Matthew.