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William Frederick „Bull“ Halsey, Jr. (* 30. Oktober 1882 in Elizabeth, New Jersey; † 20. August 1959 auf Fishers Island, New York) war ein US-amerikanischer Fleet Admiral und während des Zweiten Weltkriegs im Pazifik Kommandeur einer Flotte der US-Marine .
William Frederick "Bull" Halsey Jr. (October 30, 1882 – August 16, 1959) was an American Navy admiral during World War II. He is one of four officers to have attained the rank of five-star fleet admiral of the United States Navy, the others being William Leahy , Ernest J. King , and Chester W. Nimitz .
14. Mai 2024 · William F. Halsey, Jr. was a U.S. naval commander who led vigorous campaigns in the Pacific theatre during World War II. He was a leading exponent of warfare using carrier-based aircraft and became known for his daring tactics. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md., in 1904, Halsey.
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3. Juli 2019 · Learn about the life and career of William Halsey Jr., a leading U.S. Navy commander during World War II. He participated in the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the largest naval battle of the war, and earned the rank of fleet admiral.
How did Admiral William F. Halsey and his 3rd Fleet contribute to the end of World War II in the Pacific? This article explores the two weeks before the official surrender, when Halsey worked with General Douglas MacArthur and faced Chester Nimitz.
Eighteen hours later, William F. Halsey, Commander 3rd Fleet, announced that he had complied with MacArthur’s directive: “Japan has surrendered. . . . Army Forces have seized ATSUGI airfield and CINCAFPAC [MacArthur] Advance Headquarters are established there.
How the American public adored and admired William F. Halsey Jr., the outspoken and daring commander in the Pacific during World War II. Read his letters from fans, foes and friends, and how he responded to their praise and criticism.
