Biography

Mark A. Milley was born on June 20, 1958 in Winchester, Massachusetts, USA.

Chief of Staff of the U. S. Army (2015-2019).

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (2019-).

General Milley was awarded the M.S.C. (Canadian Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division Meritorious Service Cross) on June 21, 2023 and Invested on: July 01, 2023 from the Canadian Governor General. As chair of the United States Joint Chiefs of Staff from 2019 to 2023, he has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the Canadian Armed Forces. A strong advocate of Canada-United States relations throughout his career and a voice of calm reason in the current world security situation, he has exemplified the spirit of collaboration by championing alliances and partnerships during the most challenging time in Geo-strategic affairs in decades. his strong leadership and vision have enhanced the defense relationship between both countries.

[thanking President Joe Biden for the preemptive pardon issued 1/20/25] After forty-three years of faithful service in uniform to our Nation, protecting and defending the Constitution, I do not wish to spend whatever remaining time the Lord grants me fighting those who unjustly might seek retribution for perceived slights.

[on Donald Trump] No one has ever been as dangerous to this country.