Joseph Dunford

Quick Facts

Full Name	Joseph Dunford
Occupation	General
Date Of Birth	Dec 8, 1955(1955-12-08)
Age	69
Birthplace	Boston
Country	United States
Birth City	Massachusetts
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Joseph Dunford Biography

Joseph Dunford is one of the most popular and richest General who was born on December 8, 1955 in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

Joseph Francis Dunford Jr. (born December 23, 1955) is a retired United States Marine Corps general, who served as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from October 1, 2015 until September 30, 2019. He was the 36th Commandant of the Marine Corps. Dunford is the first Marine Corps officer to serve in four different four-star positions; the others include commander of the International Security Assistance Force and United States Forces – Afghanistan from February 2013 until August 2014, and as the 32nd Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps from October 23, 2010, to December 15, 2012. He has commanded several units, including the 5th Marine Regiment during the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

In 1978, Dunford served in the 1st Marine Division as a platoon and company commander in 3rd Battalion 1st Marines and a company commander in 1st Battalion 9th Marines until 1981. He served as the aide to the commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, Stephen G. Olmstead, for a year, then transferred to the Officer Assignment Branch at Headquarters Marine Corps in Washington, D.C.. He reported to the 2nd Marine Division in June 1985 and commanded L Company of 3rd Battalion 6th Marines. In 1987, he was reassigned to 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company as the Operations, Plans, and Training Officer.

Joseph Dunford Net Worth

Joseph Dunford is one of the richest General from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Joseph Dunford 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Dunford was born in Boston on December 23, 1955, and raised in Quincy, Massachusetts. He is an Irish Catholic and Red Sox fan. He graduated from Boston College High School in 1973 and from Saint Michael’s College in June

1977. He earned his commission the month of his college graduation. He is a graduate of the United States Army War College, Ranger School, United States Army Airborne School, and the Amphibious Warfare School. He holds a Master of Arts degree in Government from Georgetown University and a second Master of Arts in International Relations from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University.

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Who is Joseph Dunford Dating?

According to our records, Joseph Dunford married to Ellyn Dunford. As of December 1, 2023, Joseph Dunford’s is not dating anyone.

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Less than a year into that assignment, Dunford was nominated by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates to succeed James F. Amos as Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, who had been nominated to succeed James Conway as Commandant. President Obama approved his promotion and Dunford assumed the duties and new rank on October 23, 2010.

Facts & Trivia

Marcel Ranked on the list of most popular General. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Joseph Dunford celebrates birthday on December 8 of every year.

On June 5, 2014, Dunford was nominated by President Obama to be the 36th Commandant of the Marine Corps. His nomination was confirmed by the Senate on July 23, 2014, and he became Commandant on October 17, 2014. On January 23, 2015, Dunford released the 36th Commandant’s Planning Guidance.

Top Facts about Joseph Dunford

1. Joseph Dunford served as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 2015-2019.
2. He was a four-star general in the United States Marine Corps.
3. Dunford previously served as Commandant of the Marine Corps and Commander of U.S. Forces Afghanistan.
4. He graduated from Saint Michael’s College and Georgetown University.
5. Dunford is known for his leadership during military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
6. He received numerous awards, including the Defense Distinguished Service Medal and Legion of Merit with Gold Star.
7. Dunford advocated for increased military spending to modernize equipment and improve readiness.
8. He emphasized the importance of building partnerships with allies to address global security challenges.
9. Dunford retired from active duty in 2019 after 40 years of service in the Marine Corps.
10. He currently serves on several boards, including Lockheed Martin Corporation and The Coca-Cola Company.

Where is General Dunford from?

A native of Boston, Massachusetts , General Dunford graduated from Saint Michael’s College and was commissioned in 1977. He has served as an infantry officer at all levels, to include command of 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines, and command of the 5th Marine Regiment during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.

Is General Dunford married?

QUINCY – Retired Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, the former Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman and a Quincy native, and his wife, Ellyn Dunford , are the honorary chairs of Welcome Week, an event hosted by the nonprofit Blue Star Families aimed at helping veterans settle in new communities.

How old is Joseph Dunford?

66 years (December 23, 1955)

How old is Milley?

63 years (June 20, 1958)

Who is the head of the Marine Corps?

General David H. Berger assumed the duties of Commandant of the Marine Corps on July 11, 2019. A native of Woodbine, Maryland, General Berger graduated from Tulane University and was commissioned in 1981.