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Arthur Talbot

1892 – 1960

British Royal Navy officer

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About Arthur Talbot

Lived 1892 – 1960 (aged 68).

Vice-Admiral Arthur George Talbot, (31 March 1892–1960) was a Royal Navy officer.

He commanded the flotilla leader as Captain (D) of the Third Destroyer Flotilla in 1937–1939 and then commanded three different aircraft carriers from 1940 to 1943.

On 11 October 1943 he took command of the newly formed Force S to plan and prepare for the D-Day landings.

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Important facts

Birth century
Positions held
Aide-de-camp, Head of mission
Awards
Distinguished Service Order; Mentioned in Despatches; Croix de guerre 1939–1945; Knight of the Legion of Honour; Companion of the Order of the Bath; Commander of the Legion of Merit
Also known as
Vice-Admiral Arthur George Talbot, Vice-Admiral Arthur Talbot, Arthur George Talbot

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Arthur Talbot?

British Royal Navy officer

When was Arthur Talbot born?

Arthur Talbot was born on 31 March 1892.

When did Arthur Talbot die?

Arthur Talbot died on 15 October 1960.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arthur Talbot

· Wikidata: Q75265787

· DBpedia: Arthur Talbot (Royal Navy officer)

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