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Admiral Franchetti was commissioned into the U.S. Navy in 1985 after completing her studies at Northwestern University.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti was commissioned into the U.S. Navy in 1985 through the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) program at Northwestern University.
In what year was Lisa Franchetti commissioned into the U.S. Navy?
Answer: 1985
Admiral Franchetti was commissioned into the U.S. Navy in 1985.
Admiral Franchetti commanded the U.S. Sixth Fleet, overseeing significant operations in the Mediterranean.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti served as the commander of the United States Sixth Fleet, which operates in the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding regions.
During her command of the U.S. Sixth Fleet, Admiral Franchetti oversaw the first-ever launch of Tomahawk missiles by a Virginia-class submarine.
Answer: True
While commanding the U.S. Sixth Fleet, Admiral Franchetti oversaw the first-ever launch of Tomahawk missiles by a Virginia-class submarine, the USS John Warner, against targets in Syria.
The Tomahawk missiles Admiral Franchetti oversaw being launched were fired from a Los Angeles-class submarine.
Answer: False
The Tomahawk missiles launched under Admiral Franchetti's oversight during her Sixth Fleet command came from a Virginia-class submarine, the USS John Warner, not a Los Angeles-class submarine.
As Executive Officer of USS Stout (DDG-55), Admiral Franchetti was the commanding officer responsible for the ship's overall mission.
Answer: False
As Executive Officer, Admiral Franchetti served as the second-in-command of USS Stout (DDG-55), assisting the Commanding Officer who was ultimately responsible for the ship's overall mission.
Admiral Franchetti served on the staff of the USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group as the lead tactical pilot.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti served on the staff of the USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group as an assistant surface operations officer, not as a lead tactical pilot.
Admiral Franchetti's command of Pacific Partnership 2010 involved leading a humanitarian assistance mission.
Answer: True
As commander of Pacific Partnership 2010, Admiral Franchetti led a humanitarian assistance mission in the Asia-Pacific region.
The United States Sixth Fleet operates primarily in the Atlantic Ocean.
Answer: False
The United States Sixth Fleet operates primarily in the Mediterranean Sea and parts of Europe and Africa, not the Atlantic Ocean.
Commanding a Carrier Strike Group involves leading a formation centered around a submarine.
Answer: False
Commanding a Carrier Strike Group involves leading a naval formation centered around an aircraft carrier, responsible for projecting air power and conducting various naval operations.
Admiral Franchetti commanded Destroyer Squadron 21 while embarked on the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74).
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti commanded Destroyer Squadron 21 while embarked on the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74).
James S. Bynum succeeded Lisa Franchetti as the commander of the U.S. Sixth Fleet.
Answer: False
James S. Bynum succeeded Admiral Franchetti as the Commander of Carrier Strike Group 9, not the U.S. Sixth Fleet.
Admiral Franchetti commanded Carrier Strike Group 15 in the year 2016.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti commanded Carrier Strike Group 15 in 2016.
Which of the following was NOT among Lisa Franchetti's key operational command assignments?
Answer: Commander of the U.S. Third Fleet
Admiral Franchetti commanded the U.S. Sixth Fleet, Carrier Strike Group 15, and Destroyer Squadron 21. The provided information does not list command of the U.S. Third Fleet among her assignments.
What notable naval action did Franchetti oversee while commanding the U.S. Sixth Fleet?
Answer: The first-ever launch of Tomahawk missiles by a Virginia-class submarine against Syrian targets.
While commanding the U.S. Sixth Fleet, Admiral Franchetti oversaw the first-ever launch of Tomahawk missiles by a Virginia-class submarine against Syrian targets.
The Tomahawk missiles launched under Franchetti's oversight during her Sixth Fleet command came from which type of vessel?
Answer: A Virginia-class attack submarine
The Tomahawk missiles were launched from a Virginia-class submarine, the USS John Warner, during the operations overseen by Admiral Franchetti.
Franchetti's command of Pacific Partnership 2010 involved leading what type of mission?
Answer: A humanitarian assistance mission
Admiral Franchetti's command of Pacific Partnership 2010 led a humanitarian assistance mission in the Asia-Pacific region.
Franchetti commanded Destroyer Squadron 21 while embarked on which aircraft carrier?
Answer: USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74)
Admiral Franchetti commanded Destroyer Squadron 21 while embarked on the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74).
Who succeeded Lisa Franchetti as the Commander of Carrier Strike Group 9?
Answer: James S. Bynum
James S. Bynum succeeded Admiral Franchetti as the Commander of Carrier Strike Group 9.
What was Franchetti's role during her time as Executive Officer of USS Stout (DDG-55)?
Answer: Second-in-command, assisting the CO
As Executive Officer, Admiral Franchetti served as the second-in-command of USS Stout (DDG-55), assisting the Commanding Officer.
Franchetti commanded Carrier Strike Group 15 in which year?
Answer: 2016
Admiral Franchetti commanded Carrier Strike Group 15 in the year 2016.
Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) from November 2023 to February 2025.
Answer: True
Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as the 33rd Chief of Naval Operations from November 2, 2023, to February 21, 2025.
Prior to assuming the role of Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti served as the Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) and acting CNO.
Answer: True
Before becoming Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti served as the 42nd Vice Chief of Naval Operations from September 2022 to November 2023, and also as the acting Chief of Naval Operations from August to November 2023.
Admiral Franchetti's role on the Joint Staff involved directing naval operations in the Pacific.
Answer: False
While on the Joint Staff, Admiral Franchetti served as Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5), focusing on developing and coordinating strategies and policies, rather than directing specific naval operations in the Pacific.
Admiral Franchetti's tenure as Chief of Naval Operations concluded with her retirement in early 2025.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti's service as Chief of Naval Operations concluded with her retirement from the Navy in April 2025, following her relief in February 2025.
Admiral Franchetti served as Vice Chief of Naval Operations concurrently with her role as Chief of Naval Operations.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti served as Vice Chief of Naval Operations prior to becoming Chief of Naval Operations; these roles were not held concurrently.
Admiral Franchetti was nominated for Chief of Naval Operations by President Obama.
Answer: False
Admiral Lisa Franchetti was nominated for Chief of Naval Operations by President Biden on July 21, 2023.
As Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) on the Joint Staff, Admiral Franchetti was responsible for overseeing combat operations in real-time.
Answer: False
As Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) on the Joint Staff, Admiral Franchetti's responsibilities focused on developing and coordinating long-term military strategies and policies, not on overseeing real-time combat operations.
Admiral Franchetti served as an aide to the Secretary of the Navy before achieving flag rank.
Answer: False
While Admiral Franchetti held various staff positions, including serving as an aide to the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, the provided information does not indicate she served as an aide to the Secretary of the Navy before achieving flag rank.
The Chief of Naval Operations is the highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Answer: False
The Chief of Naval Operations is the highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Navy. The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Marine Corps is the Commandant of the Marine Corps.
The Vice Chief of Naval Operations serves as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense.
Answer: False
The Chief of Naval Operations serves as the principal military advisor to the Secretary of the Navy and is a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who advise the Secretary of Defense. The Vice Chief of Naval Operations assists the CNO.
The Joint Staff is composed solely of officers from the U.S. Navy.
Answer: False
The Joint Staff is composed of senior military officers from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, and Space Force.
What role did Lisa Franchetti hold immediately before becoming the Chief of Naval Operations?
Answer: Vice Chief of Naval Operations
Prior to becoming Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti served as the Vice Chief of Naval Operations.
What was Franchetti's specific role within the Joint Staff from 2020 to 2022?
Answer: Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5)
From 2020 to 2022, Admiral Franchetti served as the Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) on the Joint Staff.
Who relieved Lisa Franchetti of her duties as Chief of Naval Operations in February 2025?
Answer: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth relieved Admiral Franchetti of her duties as Chief of Naval Operations on February 21, 2025.
During which period did Lisa Franchetti serve as the Vice Chief of Naval Operations?
Answer: September 2022 - November 2023
Admiral Franchetti served as the Vice Chief of Naval Operations from September 2, 2022, to November 2023.
Who nominated Admiral Lisa Franchetti to become the Chief of Naval Operations?
Answer: President Biden
President Biden nominated Admiral Lisa Franchetti to become the Chief of Naval Operations.
Franchetti's role as Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) on the Joint Staff primarily involved:
Answer: Developing and coordinating long-term military strategies and policies.
The Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) role on the Joint Staff is focused on developing and coordinating long-term military strategies and policies for the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Franchetti's role as an aide typically involves:
Answer: Providing direct support and administrative assistance to a senior officer.
An aide typically provides direct support and administrative assistance to a senior officer, helping with scheduling, correspondence, and policy implementation.
What does the title 'Chief of Naval Operations' signify?
Answer: The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Navy and a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
The Chief of Naval Operations is the highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Navy and serves as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Franchetti served as the Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) for which organization?
Answer: The Joint Staff
Admiral Franchetti served as the Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5) for the Joint Staff.
Lisa Franchetti holds the distinction of being the first woman to command a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier.
Answer: False
While Admiral Franchetti has commanded Carrier Strike Groups, which include aircraft carriers, she did not command a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier directly. Her significant 'firsts' include being the first woman Chief of Naval Operations and the first woman on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Admiral Franchetti was the first female commander of the U.S. Sixth Fleet.
Answer: False
While Admiral Franchetti commanded the U.S. Sixth Fleet, she was not the first woman to hold this position. She was, however, the first female commander of U.S. Naval Forces Korea.
As Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti became the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Answer: True
Upon becoming Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti automatically became a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, marking the first time a woman held a position on this principal military advisory body.
Admiral Lisa Franchetti was the first woman to be promoted to the rank of four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti was the second woman promoted to the rank of four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy, signifying significant progress in female leadership within the service.
What significant 'firsts' did Lisa Franchetti achieve in her naval career according to the provided text?
Answer: First woman Chief of Naval Operations and first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Admiral Franchetti achieved two significant 'firsts': she was the first woman to serve as Chief of Naval Operations and the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Lisa Franchetti made history as the first female commander of which naval command?
Answer: U.S. Naval Forces Korea
Admiral Franchetti served as the commander of United States Naval Forces Korea from 2013 to 2015, making her the first female commander of that command.
What is the significance of Franchetti's position on the Joint Chiefs of Staff?
Answer: She was the first woman to hold a position on this principal military advisory body.
As Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Franchetti became the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a significant milestone in military leadership.
Which of the following is true regarding Lisa Franchetti's promotion to four-star admiral?
Answer: She was the second woman promoted to this rank, signifying progress in female leadership.
Admiral Franchetti was the second woman promoted to the rank of four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy, highlighting advancements in female leadership within the service.
The Legion of Merit is among the awards received by Admiral Franchetti, indicated by four gold stars.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti's awards include the Legion of Merit, which she received with four gold award stars, signifying multiple instances of the award.
Multiple stars or oak leaf clusters on a military ribbon indicate the recipient served in a specific geographic region.
Answer: False
Multiple stars or oak leaf clusters on a military award ribbon typically signify that the recipient has earned the award multiple times, not service in a specific geographic region.
The Navy E Ribbon, which Admiral Franchetti has received multiple times, is awarded for excellence in combat readiness.
Answer: True
The Navy E Ribbon signifies excellence in combat readiness. Admiral Franchetti's multiple awards, indicated by Battle E devices, reflect sustained excellence in this area.
The 'Command at Sea' insignia is awarded to officers who have commanded naval air squadrons.
Answer: False
The 'Command at Sea' insignia is awarded to officers who have commanded a Navy ship or a designated operational command, signifying leadership experience at the operational level, not specifically command of naval air squadrons.
Admiral Franchetti received a military award from Japan for her service.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti received the Order of National Security Merit, Cheonsu Medal, from the Republic of Korea, not an award from Japan.
The Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon indicates Admiral Franchetti completed multiple overseas tours.
Answer: False
The Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon is awarded for participation in sea deployments. While Admiral Franchetti's ribbon has service stars indicating multiple deployments, the ribbon itself signifies sea duty, not specifically overseas tours, though they often coincide.
Admiral Franchetti has earned the Korea Defense Service Medal twice, as indicated by two bronze stars.
Answer: True
The Korea Defense Service Medal recognizes service in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. Admiral Franchetti's ribbon indicates she has earned this medal twice, as shown by the two bronze stars.
The Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation is awarded for individual acts of heroism.
Answer: False
The Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation recognizes consistently superior performance and achievement by naval units, not individual acts of heroism.
The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is awarded for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service.
Answer: True
The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is awarded for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service. Admiral Franchetti's award with three stars indicates multiple instances of such service.
Which of the following is listed as a major award received by Admiral Franchetti?
Answer: Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Admiral Franchetti's awards include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit.
According to the source, what does the presence of multiple stars or oak leaf clusters on a military ribbon typically signify?
Answer: Earning the award multiple times.
Multiple stars or oak leaf clusters on a military award ribbon typically signify that the recipient has earned the award multiple times, with each representing an additional award.
What does the Navy E Ribbon, which Franchetti has multiple Battle E devices for, indicate?
Answer: Excellence in combat readiness.
The Navy E Ribbon signifies excellence in combat readiness. The Battle E devices indicate multiple awards of this recognition.
The 'Command at Sea' insignia is awarded to officers who have demonstrated proficiency in what area?
Answer: Commanding a Navy ship or operational command.
The 'Command at Sea' insignia is awarded to officers who have commanded a Navy ship or a designated operational command, signifying their leadership experience at the operational level.
Which foreign military award did Lisa Franchetti receive?
Answer: The Order of National Security Merit, Cheonsu Medal (Republic of Korea)
Admiral Franchetti received the Order of National Security Merit, Cheonsu Medal, from the Republic of Korea.
What does the Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, which Franchetti has two service stars on, indicate?
Answer: Awarded for participation in multiple sea deployments.
The Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon is awarded for participation in sea deployments. The two service stars on Admiral Franchetti's ribbon indicate multiple qualifying deployments.
What does the 'Joint Meritorious Unit Award' recognize?
Answer: Exceptionally meritorious conduct by joint military units.
The Joint Meritorious Unit Award recognizes exceptionally meritorious conduct by joint military units in the performance of outstanding service or achievement.
What does the 'Navy Unit Commendation' signify?
Answer: Outstanding heroism or meritorious achievement by a unit.
The Navy Unit Commendation is awarded to units for outstanding heroism or meritorious achievement.
What does the Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon indicate?
Answer: Completion of overseas tours of duty.
The Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon is awarded for completing overseas tours of duty.
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of Franchetti's awards?
Answer: Bronze Star Medal
The provided information explicitly mentions the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, and Meritorious Service Medal among Admiral Franchetti's awards. The Bronze Star Medal is not explicitly listed.
What does the Navy Unit Commendation signify?
Answer: Outstanding heroism or meritorious achievement by a unit.
The Navy Unit Commendation is awarded to units for outstanding heroism or meritorious achievement.
Lisa Franchetti was born in California in the early 1960s.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti was born in Rochester, New York, in 1964.
Admiral Franchetti's warfare specialty is Surface Warfare.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti is a Surface Warfare Officer, specializing in the command and operation of surface ships, not submarine operations.
Admiral Franchetti pursued higher education solely at military institutions.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti pursued higher education at both civilian institutions, including Northwestern University and the University of Phoenix, and military institutions like the Naval War College.
In 2024, Admiral Franchetti took an extended leave of absence due to a serious illness.
Answer: False
In June 2024, Admiral Franchetti was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, for which she underwent treatment while continuing her duties, rather than taking an extended leave of absence.
Admiral Franchetti is married and has two children.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti is married to James Sievert and they have one child.
Franchetti's undergraduate degree is in Journalism from Northwestern University.
Answer: True
Admiral Franchetti earned her Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.
Admiral Franchetti received an honorary degree from the University of Phoenix for her contributions to organizational management.
Answer: False
Admiral Franchetti earned a Master of Science in organizational management from the University of Phoenix, but she received an honorary degree (Doctor of Humane Letters) from Northwestern University, not the University of Phoenix.
A Surface Warfare Officer primarily commands and operates submarines.
Answer: False
A Surface Warfare Officer specializes in commanding and operating surface combat ships, while submarine operations are handled by Submarine Warfare Officers.
In which city and state was Lisa Franchetti born?
Answer: Rochester, New York
Admiral Franchetti was born on April 25, 1964, in Rochester, New York.
What is Lisa Franchetti's designated warfare specialty within the U.S. Navy?
Answer: Surface Warfare Officer
Admiral Franchetti is a Surface Warfare Officer, indicating her specialization in the command and operation of surface ships.
Which university did Lisa Franchetti attend for her Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies?
Answer: Naval War College
Admiral Franchetti earned her Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College.
What personal health challenge did Lisa Franchetti face in June 2024?
Answer: Diagnosis of early-stage breast cancer.
In June 2024, Admiral Franchetti was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, for which she underwent treatment.
Who is Lisa Franchetti married to?
Answer: James Sievert
Admiral Franchetti is married to James Sievert.
What was Lisa Franchetti's undergraduate major at Northwestern University?
Answer: Journalism
Admiral Franchetti majored in Journalism at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.
Lisa Franchetti earned her Master of Science in organizational management from which university?
Answer: University of Phoenix
Admiral Franchetti earned her Master of Science in organizational management from the University of Phoenix.
The honorary degree awarded to Lisa Franchetti by Northwestern University was the Doctor of:
Answer: Humane Letters
Northwestern University awarded Admiral Franchetti an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.
What does the 'Surface Warfare Officer' designation imply about an officer's duties?
Answer: Focus on commanding and operating surface combat ships.
A Surface Warfare Officer designation implies a focus on commanding and operating surface combat ships and support vessels.