About Harold Willmott
Lived 1899 – 1993 (aged 93–94). Harold Willmott was a South African military personnel.
Brigadier Harold Willmott (18991993) was a South African military commander.
Military career
He served in the Royal Air Force in World War I, and joined the South African Air Force in 1924.
During World War II, he served as Deputy Director-General of Air Services from 1939 to 1940, as commander of 3 Wing in North Africa from 1941 to 1942, as Director of the Coastal Air Force from 1942 to 1944, and as Deputy Director-General of the Air Force from 1944 to 1945, when he was promoted to Director-General.
After the war, he served as Officer Commanding Natal Command, and finally as Air Chief of Staff, from 17 October 1945 to 10 September 1946.
Honours and awards
He was appointed Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in the January 1943 New Year Honours list.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harold Willmott?
South African military commander
When was Harold Willmott born?
Harold Willmott was born in 1899 in Malmesbury.
When did Harold Willmott die?
Harold Willmott died in 1993 in Rondebosch.
What was Harold Willmott's occupation?
Harold Willmott was a military personnel.
What nationality was Harold Willmott?
Harold Willmott was South African.
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