Ash Carter age: How old was Ash Carter?
Former Defense Secretary, Ashton Baldwin Carter was born on September 24, 1954, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Carter served as undersecretary for acquisition, technology, and logistics, where he oversaw the reformation of the procurement sector and championed innovation. His efforts led to the successful completion of key procurement programs, such as the KC-46 Pegasus tanker aircraft, and…
Former Defense Secretary, Ashton Baldwin Carter was born on September 24, 1954, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Carter served as undersecretary for acquisition, technology, and logistics, where he oversaw the reformation of the procurement sector and championed innovation. His efforts led to the successful completion of key procurement programs, such as the KC-46 Pegasus tanker aircraft, and the overhaul of the F-35 Lightning II program.
Ash Carter’s age: How old was Ash Carter?
Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter died yesterday at age 68 after a sudden cardiac event, according to a statement from his family. Carter “devoted his professional life to the national security of the United States and teaching students about international affairs,” the statement said. Though trained as a theoretical physicist, Carter’s DOD career was marked by a focus on the tangible, with a special concern on personnel issues and the needs of troops in combat.
Carter led to progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion. In January 2016, he opened all military roles to women and increased paid military maternity leave to 12 weeks. Later that year, he authorized transgender service members to join and serve openly.
