About Robert P. Coogan
Lived 1922 – 2015 (aged 92). Robert P. Coogan was an American military officer.
Robert Paul Coogan (April 1, 1922 – March 9, 2015) was a vice admiral in the United States Navy who served as its Commander, Naval Air Forces from 1976 to 1980 and Third Fleet from 1975 to 1976. Coogan also served as commanding officer of both and , commander of Task Force 73, directing Navy actions during the Mayaguez incident in 1975, as well as commandant of midshipmen at the United States Naval Academy from 1969 until 1971. He was born in Newport, Rhode Island. After leaving the navy, Coogan worked as president of Aerojet. In his later years, he resided in San Diego, California, where he died in 2015 at the age of 92.
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Who was Robert P. Coogan?
American admiral (1922–2015)
When was Robert P. Coogan born?
Robert P. Coogan was born on 1 April 1922 in Newport.
When did Robert P. Coogan die?
Robert P. Coogan died on 9 March 2015 in San Diego.
What was Robert P. Coogan's occupation?
Robert P. Coogan was a military officer.
What nationality was Robert P. Coogan?
Robert P. Coogan was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert P. Coogan. https://biography.guide/robert-p-coogan/
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