William D. Shields

William Davis Shields (August 19, 1907 – March 28, 1989) was a Vice Admiral in the United States Coast Guard who served as the 9th Vice Commandant from 1964 to 1966.^[1][2]

Born(1907-08-19)August 19, 1907

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.

DiedMarch 28, 1989(1989-03-28) (aged 81)

Merritt Island, Florida, U.S.

Place of burial

Arlington National Cemetery

Allegiance United States

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William D. Shields
Born	(1907-08-19)August 19, 1907 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died	March 28, 1989(1989-03-28) (aged 81) Merritt Island, Florida, U.S.
Place of burial	Arlington National Cemetery
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Coast Guard
Service years	1928–1966
Rank	Vice admiral
Commands	Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard

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