After graduating high school, CDR Huddleston joined the Navy where he served for thirty years. He was one of the last "Mustangs" in the USN. In addition to WII, he served during the Korean Conflict, Republic of Vietnam 1967-1968, and retired as the Base Commander of the fuel depot in Sasebo, Japan.His many commendtions include,but are not limited to, The Silver Star, three Bronze Stars, The Navy/Marine Corps Medal, The Meritorious Service Medal.