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No. Even though the President is the commander-in-chief of all US Military services, he is not on active military duty, but commands from the White House, through the chain of command, even in war-time. However, George Washington actually rode at the head of his troops in order to put down the Whiskey Rebellion. His mere presence was enough to quell the rebellion; no shots were fired at him.
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∙ 12y agoYes, he did. World War II. In fact, he received (2) letters of commendation.
Though he was eligible for an exemption from military service, both as a Quaker and through his job working for the OPA, he chose not seek one and was commissioned into the US Navy, in August 1942. After helping to negotiate the termination of war contracts, and being promoted to Lieutenant commander, he
resigned his commission on New Year's Day, 1946.
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∙ 11y agoRichard Nixon served in the Navy from June ,1942 until March, 1946. He was a lieutenant commander when he left the navy.
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∙ 14y agoRichard Nixon was a member of the US Navy Reserve as a Lieutenant Commander. He served during WWII on active duty as a Navy Commander from 1942-1946.
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What did Richard Nixon serve eight years of?
Nixon was VP under President Eisenhower.
What did Richard Nixon serve as?
37th President of the United States.
What are the dates in which Richard M. Nixon serve as president?
Richard Nixon served as President from 20 January 1969 to 9 August 1974.
What term did Nixon serve?
US President Richard Nixon was elected US President in 1968. He was reelected in 1972. Due to the Watergate scandal, Nixon was forced to resign.
What isMiddel name of Richard Nixon?
Richard Milhouse Nixon. It was actually Richard Milhous Nixon
Which president created the EPA and Signed laws that protect of the air water and engineered species?
Richard Nixon was president in December of 1970 when the EPA was created.
Was Richard M Nixon a student at the USNaval Academy?
Richard M. Nixon was never a student at the US Naval Academy. He did, however, serve in the US Navy during WWII as a Lieutenant Commander.
Did any Democrats serve in Richard Nixon's cabinet?
Yes, some Democrats did serve in his cabinet. Foremost among these was former Texas Governor John Connally, who was a friend of Nixon's and whom Nixon even hoped would be his presidential successor.
When did Nixon serve in the US navy?
Richard Nixon was on active duty in the U.S. Navy from 15 June 1942 until 10 March 1946
Who was the president when the Watergate scandal was uncovered?
Richard M. Nixon was the President implictated in the Watergate Scandal.
Who served as President of the United States on August 9 1974?
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What is president Richard Nixon's second name?
Richard Milhous Nixon. Milhous was his mother's maiden name.
