Which President Was A Naval Officer?

Which President Was A Naval Officer? Nixon, Gerald R. Ford, James E. “Jimmy” Carter and George H.W. Bush all proudly served their country while wearing navy blue uniforms before serving as commander-in-chief. Which American president was a former Navy nuclear power officer? Jimmy Carter Branch/service United States Navy Years of service 1946–1953 (active) 1953–1961 (reserve)