Peter Leahy
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Lieutenant General Peter Francis Leahy, AC (born 30 October 1952) is a retired senior officer of the Australian Army, whose military career culminated with his appointment as Chief of the Army from 2002 until 2008. He has been director of the National Security Institute, University of Canberra, since October 2008.
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Peter Francis Leahy | |
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Born | (1952-10-30) 30 October 1952 (age 71) Melbourne, Victoria |
Allegiance | Australia |
Service/ | Australian Army |
Years of service | 1971–2008 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Commands held | Chief of Army (2002–08) Deputy Chief of Army (2000–02) 3rd Brigade (1997–98) 8th/9th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1990–92) |
Awards | Companion of the Order of Australia |
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