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IMMEDIATE RELEASE No. 202-01
May 08, 2001

GENERAL OFFICER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld announced today that the President has nominated Marine Corps Brig. Gen. John J. McCarthy for appointment to the grade of major general. McCarthy is currently serving as assistant deputy commandant for installations and logistics, Headquarters U.S. Marine Corps, Washington, D.C.

BRIGADIER GENERAL

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld announced today that the President has nominated Army National Guard Col. Gary A. Quick for appointment to the grade of brigadier general. Quick is currently serving as the commander, 31st Armor Brigade, Northport, Ala.