About Barry Wilson
Lived 1936 – 2018 (aged 82). Barry Wilson was a British naval officer.
Vice-Admiral Sir Barry Nigel Wilson (5 June 1936 – 29 August 2018 ) was a senior Royal Navy officer.
Naval career Educated at St Edward's School, Oxford and Britannia Royal Naval College, Wilson became commanding officer of the frigate HMS Mohawk in 1973 before becoming the first captain of the destroyer in 1978. He went on to be Director of Navy Plans in 1983, Flag Officer Sea Training in 1985 and Assistant Chief of Defence Staff (Programmes) in 1987. His last appointment was as Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff (Programmes and Personnel) in 1989 before retiring in 1992.
Family In 1961 he married Elizabeth Ann Hardy; they had one son and one daughter.
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Who was Barry Wilson?
Royal Navy admiral (1936-2018)
When was Barry Wilson born?
Barry Wilson was born on 5 June 1936.
When did Barry Wilson die?
Barry Wilson died on 29 August 2018.
What was Barry Wilson's occupation?
Barry Wilson was a naval officer.
What nationality was Barry Wilson?
Barry Wilson was British.
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· DBpedia: Barry Wilson (Royal Navy officer)
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