Peter A. Garvin (born c. 1967) is a United States Navy vice admiral who has served as the 18th president of the National Defense University since October 11, 2024.[1] He most recently served as the president of the Naval War College from 2023 to 2024.[2] He previously served as the commander of the Naval Education and Training Command, Patrol and Reconnaissance Group, and Navy Recruiting Command.[3]

Peter Garvin
Official portrait, 2024
Bornc. 1967 (age 56–57)
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Navy
Years of service1989–present
RankVice Admiral
CommandsNational Defense University
Naval War College
Naval Education and Training Command
Patrol and Reconnaissance Group
Navy Recruiting Command
Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10
VP-8
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit (4)

In July 2024, Garvin was nominated for promotion to vice admiral and assignment as president of the National Defense University.[4][5]

References

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  1. ^ "United States Navy Flag Officers (Public), October 2024" (PDF). MyNavyHR. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 2, 2024. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  2. ^ Belmore, Ryan (February 22, 2023). "Department of Defense: Rear Adm. Peter A. Garvin will be assigned as President of Naval War College". What's Up Newp.
  3. ^ "Rear Admiral Peter Garvin". United States Navy.
  4. ^ "PN1997 - 1 nominee for Navy, 118th Congress (2023-2024) | Congress.gov | Library of Congress".
  5. ^ "Flag Officer Announcements". U.S. Department of Defense.
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Military offices
Preceded by Commander of the Navy Recruiting Command
2017–2018
Succeeded by
Preceded by Commander of the Patrol and Reconnaissance Group
2018–2020
Succeeded by
Preceded by Commander of the Naval Education and Training Command
2020–2023
Succeeded by
Preceded by President of the Naval War College
2023–2024
Succeeded by
Preceded by President of the National Defense University
2024–present
Incumbent