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Johan Charl Walters

1919 – 1993

South African admiral

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About Johan Charl Walters

Lived 1919 – 1993 (aged 74). Johan Charl Walters was a South African military personnel.

Vice-Admiral Johan Charl Walters (19191993) was a former Chief of the South African Navy.

Early life

He was born on 9 January 1919 in Moorreesburg, Cape Province, and was christened on 2 March 1919.

Naval career

He was trained at the General Botha Training college from 1934 to 1935 and joined the Ellerman Hall Line after leaving General Botha.

He served in World War II on a number of ships: 19411941 - Sub Lt. 19411942 in command as a Sub Lieutenant 1947 19471954 Lt Cdr 1955 , 1956 October 1957 to 1963 LCDR/CDR/CAPT 19751976 Rear Admiral Chief of Naval Staff Logistics 1 October 197730 January 1980 Vice Admiral Chief of Navy

Awards and decorations

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Important facts

Born
9 January 1919, Moorreesburg
Birth century
20th century
Died
9 February 1993, Parow
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
South Africa

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johan Charl Walters?

South African admiral (1919-1993)

When was Johan Charl Walters born?

Johan Charl Walters was born on 9 January 1919 in Moorreesburg.

When did Johan Charl Walters die?

Johan Charl Walters died on 9 February 1993 in Parow.

What was Johan Charl Walters's occupation?

Johan Charl Walters was a military personnel.

What nationality was Johan Charl Walters?

Johan Charl Walters was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johan Charl Walters

· Wikidata: Q6214970

· DBpedia: Johan Charl Walters

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