History of Jack Keane in Timeline

John M. Keane is a retired American general, formerly the Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Army (1999-2003). Post-retirement, he became a national security analyst, frequently appearing on Fox News. He holds the position of chairman at both the Institute for the Study of War and AM General, demonstrating his continued influence in military affairs and defense industries.

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February 1943: John Keane's Birth

On February 1, 1943, John M. Keane was born. He later became a retired American general.

1954: Reference to the 1954 Atomic Energy Act

In 2016 and subsequently, Trump aides were engaged in promoting IP3's plan to transfer nuclear technology from the US to Saudi Arabia, lacking the provision tied to Section 123 of the 1954 Atomic Energy Act, which establishes conditions for nuclear cooperation between the US and its allies, that seeks to limit weaponizing of nuclear energy.

1965: Marriage to Theresa Doyle

In 1965, John Keane married his first wife, Theresa Doyle.

1966: Graduation from Fordham University

In 1966, John Keane graduated from Fordham University with a B.S. degree in accounting.

2001: Awarded AUSA Man of the Year

In 2001, John Keane was awarded the Association of the United States Army Man of the Year award.

2002: Awarded USO Man of the Year

In 2002, John Keane received the USO Man of the Year award as one of his civilian honors.

2003: Declined Chief of Staff Appointment and Military Retirement

In 2003, Keane was considered for the position of Chief of Staff of the Army but declined, and he subsequently retired from military service.

January 2007: Release of "Choosing Victory: A Plan for Success in Iraq"

In January 2007, Keane, along with Frederick W. Kagan, released a policy paper titled "Choosing Victory: A Plan for Success in Iraq," advocating for a troop surge of 30,000 additional American troops for at least 18 months.

2014: Keane's consultation with Newt Gingrich

In 2014, Keane mentioned that prior to his initial meeting with President Bush regarding the surge, he sought advice from Newt Gingrich.

June 2016: Cofounding of IP3 International

In June 2016, John Keane co-founded IP3 International, a nuclear energy consulting firm.

November 2016: Offered and Declined Secretary of Defense Post

In November 2016, John Keane was offered the position of Secretary of Defense shortly after Stanley A. McChrystal declined the post, but he declined the appointment due to the recent death of his wife.

2016: Death of Theresa Doyle

In 2016, Theresa Doyle, John Keane's first wife, passed away after battling Parkinson's disease for 14 years.

December 2018: Second Offer and Rejection of Secretary of Defense Post

In December 2018, after Defense Secretary Jim Mattis resigned, President Trump again offered the job of Secretary of Defense to John Keane, who again declined.

July 2019: Release of Second Staff Report on IP3 International

In July 2019, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee released a second staff report detailing activities and contacts between IP3 and the Trump administration.