John O'Brien (admiral)
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Vice Admiral John Charles O'Brien OC, CD (16 December 1918 – 24 March 1996) was a Canadian Forces officer who served as Commander Maritime Command from 19 July 1966 to 6 July 1970.
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John O'Brien | |
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Born | 16 December 1918 Hove, Sussex |
Died | 24 March 1996 Ottawa, Ontario |
Allegiance | Canada |
Service/ | Royal Canadian Navy Canadian Forces |
Years of service | 1935–1973 |
Rank | Vice-Admiral |
Commands held | HMCS Bonaventure Maritime Command NATO Defense College |
Battles/wars | Second World War |
Awards | Officer of the Order of Canada Canadian Forces' Decoration |
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