What year did Stockdale retire from the navy?
1977
1979
1980
1982
Answer
Stockdale retired from the navy in 1979, after a distinguished career spanning over two decades. He served during the Vietnam War and was held as a prisoner of war for over seven years, where he exhibited unwavering leadership and resilience. Upon his release, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, the United States' highest military decoration for valor.
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