Raymond E. Peet  Raymond Edward Peet (born January 27, 1921) is a retired a vice admiral in the United States Navy. He was born in Oneonta, New York to U.L. and Hanna (née Thomas) Peet. He is a former commander of the United States First Fleet (from August 1, 1970 – May 15, 1972). He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1943. Other commands he held include Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense (International Security Affairs) and Director, Defense Security Assistance Agency. Married to Dian, he resides in La Jolla, California, and serves as a consultant, manager, and on the boards of many private and public corporations.