Admiral Zumwalt's Equal Opportunity Initiatives

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What was the main goal of Admiral Elmo Zumwalt's Z-Gram #66?

To enhance the Navy's technological capabilities
To recruit more members from Native American tribes
To reduce racism and sexism in the Navy and Marine Corps (correct)
To increase military spending in the Navy

Which notable Native American served as a naval aviator for 32 years?

Rear Admiral Michael L. Holmes (correct)
Admiral Elmo Zumwalt
Captain James T. Kirk
Commander John B. Herrington

Who was the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to fly in space?

Commander John B. Herrington (correct)
Colonel Chuck Yeager
Admiral Elmo Zumwalt
Rear Admiral Michael L. Holmes

What significant impact did Z-Gram #66 have on Native Americans in the military?

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Which of the following positions was NOT held by Admiral Elmo Zumwalt?

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Z-Gram #66 (Equal Opportunity)

An order or directive issued by the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) during the early 1970s, aimed at eliminating racism and sexism within the Navy and Marine Corps.

Rear Admiral Michael L. Holmes

A retired U.S. Navy rear admiral who served for 32 years as a naval aviator. His career exemplifies the opportunities that opened up for Native Americans as a result of Z-Gram #66.

Commander John B. Herrington

A retired U.S. Navy captain, a member of the Chickasaw Nation, who flew for the Navy and later NASA. He became the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to fly in space.

Equal Opportunity

The policy of promoting equality and fairness for all individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, or gender.

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Opportunities for Native Americans

The positive impact of Admiral Zumwalt's Z-Gram #66, which opened doors for Native Americans to serve in the Navy and explore new possibilities.

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Study Notes

Admiral Zumwalt's Initiatives

Admiral Elmo Zumwalt issued Z-Gram #66 (Equal Opportunity) in the early 1970s to reduce racism and sexism in the Navy and Marine Corps.
This initiative significantly benefited Native Americans.

Notable Examples of Opportunity

Rear Admiral Michael L. Holmes and Commander John B. Herrington exemplify the new opportunities for Native Americans.
Holmes served 32 years as a naval aviator.
Herrington flew for the Navy and later NASA.
Herrington became the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to fly in space.