Robert C. Gooding
Robert C. Gooding (1918–1999) was a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy.[1] Gooding graduated the United States Naval Academy in 1942.[1]
On August 2, 1972, Gooding assumed command of the Naval Ship Systems Command, relieving VADM Nathan Sonnenshein.[2] This command continued through the transition of Naval Ship Systems Command to Naval Sea Systems Command.[1]
He was awarded the Legion of Merit and the Navy Distinguished Service Medal.[1]
In 1976, he was elected to the National Academy of Engineering.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "Robert C. Gooding". Arlington National Cemetery. Retrieved 9 May 2017.
- ^ Where the fleet begins: A History of the David Taylor Research Center, 1898–1998. Government Printing Office. 1998. p. 497. ISBN 978-0-16-087308-9.
- ^ "Vice Adm. Robert C. Gooding". Member Directory. National Academy of Engineering. Retrieved 9 May 2017.