Who was the Chief of Naval Operations during World War 2?

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2026-05-21 13:40

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There were 2 CNO's during the period between 1939 and 1945 covering WWII:

Admiral Harold R. Stark - August 1, 1939 - March 2, 1942

Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King - March 2, 1942 - December 15, 1945

Stark relieved Admiral William Leahy - King was relieved by former CINCPAC Chester W. Nimitz.

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