George Wikoff
George M. Wikoff (born 1968) is a United States Navy vice admiral who serves as the commander of the United States Naval Forces Central Command, United States Fifth Fleet, and Combined Maritime Forces. He previously served as the vice director of the Joint Staff from 2021 to 2023.
George Wikoff | |
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| Born | 1968 (age 55–56) New Brunswick, New Jersey |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1990–present |
| Rank | Vice Admiral |
| Commands held | United States Naval Forces Central Command United States Fifth Fleet Combined Maritime Forces Carrier Strike Group 5 Carrier Air Wing Three VFA-122 VFA-211 |
| Battles/wars | War in Afghanistan |
| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) |
| Alma mater | Catholic University |
In January 2023, Wikoff was nominated for promotion to vice admiral and assignment as commander of the United States Naval Forces Central Command, United States Fifth Fleet, and Combined Maritime Forces. He served as acting commander of Naval Air Forces from September 7, 2023 to January 2024.
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