Thomas N. Barnes Death
Thomas passed away on March 17, 2003 at the age of 72.
Thomas N. Barnes death quick facts:
When did Thomas N. Barnes die?
March 17, 2003How old was Thomas N. Barnes when died?
72
Thomas N. Barnes Birthday and Date of Death
Thomas N. Barnes was born on November 16, 1930 and died on March 17, 2003. Thomas was 72 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: November 16, 1930
Date of Death: March 17, 2003
Age at Death: 72
Thomas N. Barnes - Biography
Thomas N. Barnes, CMSgt USAF (ret.) (November 16, 1930 – March 17, 2003) was the fourth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and the first and to date only African-American in that position. He was also the first African-American Senior Enlisted Advisor in any of the Armed Forces of the United States. CMSAF Barnes served as Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force from October 1973 to July 1977. He was key in bringing many African-American related issues to the attention of senior military leaders.
