Adm. Linda Fagan is the first woman ever to lead the Coast Guard.

Born: 1 July 1963 (age 58 years), Columbus, Ohio, United States

Commands: Commandant of the Coast Guard; Coast Guard Pacific Area; First Coast Guard District; Coast Guard Sector New York

Rank: Admiral

Education: United States Coast Guard Academy, University of Washington, National Defense University

Awards: Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit

Adm. Linda Fagan is the first woman ever to lead the Coast Guard