Thor Hanson

Carl Thor Hanson (May 7, 1928 – January 12, 2008) was a United States Navy vice admiral. He served as Director of the Joint Staff from June 22, 1979 to June 30, 1981.[1] He attended the United States Naval Academy (Class of 1950) and was also a Rhodes scholar.[2][3]

For the conservation biologist, see Thor Hanson (biologist).
C. Thor Hanson
Born(1928-05-07)May 7, 1928
Amarillo, Texas, U.S.
DiedJanuary 12, 2008(2008-01-12) (aged 79)
Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
Allegiance United States
Service/branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1950–1982
RankVice admiral
Commands heldDirector of the Joint Staff

References
  1. Mackey, Aaron (Jan 17, 2008). "Vice Adm. Thor Hanson dies at 79". Tucson.com. Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved November 6, 2016.
  2. "Hall of Fame: V. Admiral Thor Hanson (retired) Class of 1945". Badger Foundation. Tucson High School Badger Foundation. Retrieved November 6, 2016.
  3. "Carl Thor Hanson Obituary". The New York Times. January 18, 2008. Retrieved November 6, 2016.


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