Emmett Hulcy Tidd

Vice Admiral Emmett Hulcy Tidd (October 6, 1923 – March 20, 2018) was a flag officer of the United States Navy from 1942-1976. He served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, and commanded Naval Surface Force, Pacific Fleet in 1975-6.

Early life and education Tidd was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on October 6, 1923. After graduating from Central High School in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he attended the University of Oklahoma at Norman; his college time was cut short due to his early commissioning, and he completed his bachelor's degree in 1948.

Naval career Tidd enlisted in the Navy Reserve as a seaman apprentice in 1942 and joined the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps while at Oklahoma University. Upon leaving Washington, he assumed command of Cruiser Destroyer Flotilla Six and embarked aboard as Commander Task Group 56.2 and Commander Task Group 502.2. After retiring, he served on the board of directors for Atlas Van Lines and the Armed Services YMCA, serving as the latter's chairman in 1981 and 1982.

Awards Tidd's awards include: A daughter in law also served in the Navy.