Edward J. Barrett

Edward Joseph Barrett (born August 14, 1943) is a former flag officer in the United States Coast Guard, serving as chief of systems of the Coast Guard from 1966 to 1999.[1] He is the grandfather of former NSA contractor Edward Snowden.

For the politician, see Edward J. Barrett (Illinois politician).
Edward J. Barrett
Birth nameEdward Joseph Barrett
Nickname(s)Eddie
Born (1943-08-14) August 14, 1943
Poughkeepsie, New York, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Coast Guard
Years of service1966–1999
RankRear admiral
RelationsEdward Snowden (grandson)

Early life

Barrett was born in the city of Poughkeepsie in the state of New York, United States on August 14, 1943. He graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1966.

Military career

Barrett completed Naval Flight training at NAS Pensacola Florida in 1968.[1] In 1995, he was inducted into the United States Coast Guard Academy hall of fame.[2] He became a senior official with the FBI and was at the Pentagon during the September 11 attacks.

Systems and logistics

Barrett has testified before Congress several times in regard to narcotics, explosives, and ship scanning technology.[3]

Family

Barrett is married to the former Anne Stokley of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. They have three daughters: Elizabeth Wendy Snowden, Jennifer Barrett, and Julie Barret. He is the former father-in-law of Chief Warrant Officer Lonnie Glenn Snowden Jr., USCG (Ret).

References
  1. Biography of Edward Joseph Barrett Citation: Rear Admiral Edward J. Barrett – U.S. Coast Guard Biography.
  2. Inductees into the Hall of Fame USCG Academy Citation: USCGA Alumni Community - CGA Athletic Hall of Fame, Web
  3. Coast Guard Missions Review Citation: COAST GUARD MISSIONS REVIEW, ACQUISITIONS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, AND DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL ICEBREAKING, 1996
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