Brigadier General Gary Jones (2023)
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2023-04-27
Duration: 00:23:29
Subjects: Military | United States. Army
Contributors:
- Merrick, Robyn Host
- Denison, John Host
- Jones, Marshall Interviewee
- Jones, Helen Interviewee
- Tenet, George Interviewee
Description
This segment from the 2023 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and speech by retired Brigadier General Gary M. Jones accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Jones, a native of Shreveport, served a distinguished 28-year career in the United States Army, including roles as: the Deputy Commander of Special Forces Command and Deputy Commander for Clandestine Military Operations, Counter Terrorism Center, and Central Intelligence Agency. His profile includes interviews with: Marshall Jones, his lifelong friend; Helen Jones, his wife; and George Tenet, former CIA director. Hosts: John Denison and Robyn Merrick