Yancy Lindsey

Yancy Benjamen Lindsey^[2] (born 1962)^[3] is a retired United States Navy vice admiral who last served as Commander, Navy Installations Command. Previously, he was the Commander of the Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central.^[1][4][5][6] Lindsey received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley in 1986 and later earned a Master of Military Science degree from Marine Corps University and a Master of Science degree in global leadership from the University of San Diego.^[1][7]

Born1962 (age 63–64)

Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.^[1]

AllegianceUnited States

Branch

United States Navy

Serviceyears

1986–2023

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Yancy Lindsey
Born	1962 (age 63–64) Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.[1]
Military career
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Navy
Service years	1986–2023
Rank	Vice Admiral
Nickname	Lurch
Commands	Navy Installations Command Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central Navy Region Southwest Naval District Washington VAW-117
Awards	Navy Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (6)

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His retirement ceremony was held on June 2, 2023.^[8]