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Charles Thomas

1936 – 2022

Canadian admiral

Naval officer
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About Charles Thomas

Lived 1936 – 2022 (aged 86). Charles Thomas was a Canadian naval officer.

Vice Admiral Charles Morris Winton "Chuck" Thomas (31 May 1936 – 30 September 2022) was a Canadian Forces officer who served as Vice Chief of the Defence Staff.

Career Thomas joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1954. He became Commanding Officer of the destroyer in 1971, Senior Staff Officer (Training) in 1973 and Senior Staff Officer (Combat Readiness) in 1973. His last appointment was as Vice Chief of the Defence Staff in 1989 before resigning over policy issues in 1991. General John de Chastelain, Chief of the Defence Staff, responded attacking Thomas' motives rather than responding to his concerns.

Thomas died on 30 September 2022, at the age of 86.

Awards and decorations Thomas's personal awards and decorations include the following:

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Important facts

Born
31 May 1936, Kelowna
Birth century
20th century
Died
30 September 2022
Occupation
Naval officer
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, Vice Chief of the Defence Staff
Awards
Order of Military Merit (Canada); Canadian Forces Decoration
Also known as
Charles Morris Winton Thomas, Chuck Thomas, Charles Morris Winton "Chuck" Thomas

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Thomas?

Canadian admiral

When was Charles Thomas born?

Charles Thomas was born on 31 May 1936 in Kelowna.

When did Charles Thomas die?

Charles Thomas died on 30 September 2022.

What was Charles Thomas's occupation?

Charles Thomas was a naval officer.

What nationality was Charles Thomas?

Charles Thomas was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Charles Thomas

· Wikidata: Q16104560

· DBpedia: Charles Thomas (Canadian admiral)

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