Vernon D. Acree (June 25, 1919 – February 1, 2013) was an American administrator who served as Commissioner of the United States Customs Service from 1972 to 1977.[1][2] He served in the United States Army during World War II.
Vernon D. Acree | |
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11th Commissioner of the United States Customs Service | |
In office May 2, 1972 – April 30, 1977 | |
President | Richard Nixon Gerald Ford |
Preceded by | Myles Ambrose |
Succeeded by | Robert E. Chasen |
Personal details | |
Born | Vernon Darrell Acree June 25, 1919 Washington, D.C. |
Died | February 1, 2013 Fairfax, Virginia | (aged 93)
Political party | Republican |
He died of pneumonia on February 1, 2013, in Fairfax, Virginia at age 93.[3]