Introduction
Rear Admiral Edward Joseph Barrett (born August 14, 1943) is a flag officer in the United States Coast Guard serving as chief of systems of the United States Coast Guard, serving from 1966 to 1999. He is the grandfather of whistleblower and former NSA contractor Edward Snowden.
Early life
Barrett was born in the city of Poughkeepsie in the state of New York, United States on August 14, 1943. He graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1966.
Military career
Barrett completed Naval Flight training at NAS Pensacola Florida in 1968.In 1995, Barrett was inducted into the United States Coast Guard Academy hall of fame.
Systems and logistics
Admiral Barrett has testified before Congress several times in regards to narcotics, explosives, and ship scanning technology.
Family
Barrett is married to the former Anne Stokley of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. They have three daughters: Elizabeth Wendy Snowden, Jennifer Barrett, and Julie Barret. He is the former father in law of Chief Warrant Officer (Aviation Maintenance 4) Lonnie Snowden (Ret) USCG.