Last Updated: 09 May, 2024 | Views: 494
Age: 60
Profession: Defence
Other Profession(s): Military Personnel
Famous For: U.S. Navy Admiral and Commander of U.S. Southern Command
Higher Education: National Defense University (MS)
About (Profile/Biography):
Laura J. Richardson is a distinguished U.S. Navy Admiral known forthe extraordinary leadership, dedication, and service to her country. Born on 11 December 1963, in Kansas City, Missouri, U.S., Laura embarked on a remarkable military career, rising through the ranks and breaking barriers to become one of the most respected and influential women in the U.S. Navy.
Laura J. Richardson Career:
Laura J. Richardson Junior and field officer career
• In 1986, Richardson began serving as a second lieutenant in the US Army Aviation Branch.
• Richardson flew 128th Aviation Company Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk aircraft.
Laura J. Richardson Assistant logistics officer
• In 1989, she moved to serve as an assistant logistics officer with the 17th Aviation Brigade.
• From September 1990 until September 1991, Richardson oversaw Headquarters and Headquarters Company of the 4th Battalion.
Laura J. Richardson Aviation Officer
• Richardson assumed command of Company B, 1st Battalion, 158th Aviation Regiment in July 1992 after completing the Aviation Officer Advanced Course at Fort Rucker in 1991–1992.
• Later on, she served as the personnel officer (S-1) for the brigade.
Laura J. Richardson Vice President Al Gore
• Richardson served as Vice President Al Gore's military aide from February 1999 to January 2001.
• Richardson led the 101st Aviation Regiment's 5th Battalion and assisted that unit in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Laura J. Richardson Commander of U.S. Southern Command
• President Biden selected Richardson to become commander-in-chief of the United States Southern Command.
• On March 5, 2021, the Senate received her recommendation; hearings were held on August 3, 2021.
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