Deputy Chief of Army
The second most senior appointment in the Aussie Army / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Deputy Chief of Army (DCA) is the second most senior appointment in the Australian Army, responsible to the Chief of Army (CA). The rank associated with the position is major general (2-star).
Not to be confused with Vice Chief of the Army Staff or Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (India).
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Deputy Chief of Army | |
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Incumbent Chris Smith since 31 January 2024 | |
Australian Army | |
Style | Major General |
Abbreviation | DCA |
Member of | Australian Defence Force |
Reports to | Chief of Army |
Formation | 1920 |
First holder | Brigadier General Thomas Blamey |
Website | Official website |
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The current appointee is Major General Chris Smith, who took up the posting on 31 January 2024.