Leftwich (DD 984) - Naval Cruise Book

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Ainim LCDR RICHARD R. ARNOLD, USN LCDR Richard Arnold, a native of Boonville, Missouri, attended the U.S. Naval Academy, graduating with the class of 1975. Following commissioning, he served aboard USS FANNING (FF-1076) as the Gunnery Officer. LCDR Arnold then attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California from 1978 to 1980. He earned an M.S. degree in Administrative Science. Returning to sea in October 1980, he served as Combat Systems Officer aboard USS MERRILL (DD 976) through 1984. In July 1984, LCDR Arnold reported as Assistant Officer in Charge of the COMNAV-SURFPAC LANT Tomahawk Tactical Qualification Team. In September 1985, LCDR Arnold was transfered to Fleet Combat Training Center, Atlantic, Dam Neck, Virginia as their first Cruise Missile Officer. LCDR Arnold assumed duties as Executive Officer, USS LEFTWICH (DD 984) in May 1987. LCDR Arnold’s home is Aiea, Hawaii. He is married to Jeannette Cutino of Monterey, California. They have two children, Katherine and John. LCDR Arnold’s Awards include the Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award and the Navy Commendation Medal.

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