admiral
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The last time the Navy promoted a woman from captain to rear admiral was in June 2025, according to an analysis by Task and Purpose, a military-focused publication.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The promotion from captain to rear admiral is one of the most competitive in the Navy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Crude prices surged Monday -- with Brent up almost six percent -- after a US admiral said US forces sank six small Iranian boats.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
An Israeli military official said the army remained on high alert and was monitoring the situation after the US admiral announced the destroyed Iranian boats and shot-down missiles.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Penelope weighed the options: They could stay here, sodden and cold, and wait for the admiral to return.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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