Jaap Weideman
South African admiral
About Jaap Weideman
Lived 1936 – 1996 (aged 59–60). Jaap Weideman was a South African submariner.
Rear Admiral Jacob Andries Cornelius 'Jaap' Weideman (1936–1996) was a South African Navy officer.
He joined the Navy in 1954 and in 1955 attended the South African Military Academy.
In 1968 he commanded .
In 1982 he was appointed as Inspector General (Navy).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jaap Weideman?
South African admiral
When was Jaap Weideman born?
Jaap Weideman was born in 1936.
When did Jaap Weideman die?
Jaap Weideman died in 1996 in Cape Town.
What was Jaap Weideman's occupation?
Jaap Weideman was a submariner.
What nationality was Jaap Weideman?
Jaap Weideman was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jaap Weideman. https://biography.guide/jaap-weideman/
MLA: "Jaap Weideman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jaap-weideman/.
Chicago: "Jaap Weideman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jaap-weideman/.
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