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J. William Middendorf II

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Discover the gripping life story of J. William Middendorf II, a man who faced tough decisions and leadership challenges head-on, shaping the course of American history. From his early days as a naval officer in World War II to Ambassador to Secretary of the Navy, Middendorf's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his country. Explore his remarkable life through his memoir, a captivating narrative that offers a unique perspective on key historical events. Discover the gripping life story of J. William Middendorf II, a man who faced tough decisions and leadership challenges head-on, shaping the course of American history. From his early days as a naval officer in World War II to Ambassador to Secretary of the Navy, Middendorf's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his country. Explore his remarkable life through his memoir, a captivating narrative that offers a unique perspective on key historical events. Discover the gripping life story of J. William Middendorf II, a man who faced tough decisions and leadership challenges head-on, shaping the course of American history. From his early days as a naval officer in World War II to Ambassador to Secretary of the Navy, Middendorf's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his country. Explore his remarkable life through his memoir, a captivating narrative that offers a unique perspective on key historical events.

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J. William Middendorf II

Ambassador. J. William Middendorf II has been a Little Compton Society board member for 60 years. He served as an engineering officer and navigator aboard LCS-53 during WWII. After the war, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard College in 1947 and a Master’s from the Stern School of Business at New York University in 1954. Middendorf became an investment banker in the 1950s at Wood, Struthers, and Company. In 1961, he and Austen Colgate founded Middendorf Colgate and Company, which became a prominent Wall Street firm. In 1969, he left his investment firm and accepted the role of U.S. Ambassador to The Netherlands, serving there until 1973.

After he returned to the United States, he was named Under Secretary of the Navy, and on April 8, 1974, was appointed Secretary of the Navy for President Richard Nixon’s administration.

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J. William Middendorf II

Ambassador. J. William Middendorf II has been a Little Compton Society board member for 60 years. He served as an engineering officer and navigator aboard LCS-53 during WWII. After the war, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard College in 1947 and a Master’s from the Stern School of Business at New York University in 1954. Middendorf became an investment banker in the 1950s at Wood, Struthers, and Company. In 1961, he and Austen Colgate founded Middendorf Colgate and Company, which became a prominent Wall Street firm. In 1969, he left his investment firm and accepted the role of U.S. Ambassador to The Netherlands, serving there until 1973.

After he returned to the United States, he was named Under Secretary of the Navy, and on April 8, 1974, was appointed Secretary of the Navy for President Richard Nixon’s administration.

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Meet William J. Middendorf II, the author behind "On My 100-Year Watch: Tyrants and Patriots." With a passion for history and storytelling, I delve into the lives of remarkable individuals like J. William Middendorf II, offering readers a unique perspective on American history. Join me on a journey through the pages of my book and discover the courage and leadership that shaped our nation.

After he returned to the United States, he was named Under Secretary of the Navy, and on April 8, 1974, was appointed Secretary of the Navy for President Richard Nixon’s administration.

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