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Charles Harris

1887 – 1957

British Royal Navy officer

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About Charles Harris

Lived 1887 – 1957 (aged 69–70). Charles Harris was an American architect.

Rear-Admiral Charles Frederick Harris CB (2 January 1887 – 2 March 1957) was Flag Officer commanding the Reserve Fleet.

Naval career Harris joined the Royal Navy in 1902, and was promoted to the rank of sub-lieutenant in the Royal Navy on 30 August 1906. He served as a lieutenant-commander in World War I. He became Director, Naval Air Division in 1934 and then served in World War II, initially as Flag Officer in command of the shore establishment Badger and then as Flag Officer commanding the Reserve Fleet from 1944 before retiring in 1945. He was appointed a Companion of the Order of the Bath on 1 January 1945.

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Important facts

Born
1887, Shortlands
Birth century
Died
1957, Micheldever
Occupation
Nationality
Awards
Companion of the Order of the Bath
Also known as
Charles Frederick Harris

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Harris?

British Royal Navy officer

When was Charles Harris born?

Charles Harris was born in 1887 in Shortlands.

When did Charles Harris die?

Charles Harris died in 1957 in Micheldever.

What was Charles Harris's occupation?

Charles Harris was an architect.

What nationality was Charles Harris?

Charles Harris was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Charles Harris

· Wikidata: Q15998973

· DBpedia: Charles Harris (Royal Navy officer)

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