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
  1. "Robert C. Gooding". Arlington National Cemetery. Retrieved 9 May 2017.
  2. Where the fleet begins: A History of the David Taylor Research Center, 1898-1998. Government Printing Office. p. 497. ISBN 978-0-16-087308-9.
  3. "Vice Adm. Robert C. Gooding". Member Directory. National Academy of Engineering. Retrieved 9 May 2017.


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