January 22, 2026

Michael Margolius

Michael Margolius is a commander in the U.S. Navy and a faculty instructor in the Department of Distance Education at the U.S. Army War College where he graduated in June of 2024. Previously, he served as the J3 Operations Branch Chief, Joint Personnel Recovery Agency where he oversaw JPRA support to active PR cases, the Non-Conventional Assisted Recovery Program, the DoD Blood Chit Program, engaged with the Inter-Agency as well as allies on operational support matters. He also coordinated the Post Isolation Support Activities for a Canadian Citizen held hostage in Africa, and was the Agency COVID-19 Task Force Commander.