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John Gerrard Flynn

b. 1937

British diplomat

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About John Gerrard Flynn

Born 1937. John Gerrard Flynn is a British diplomat.

John Gerrard Flynn (born 23 April 1937) is a former British Foreign Office diplomat.

He joined the Foreign Office in 1965 and was sent to Lusaka the following year.

He also served in the following positions: Assistant Director, Canning House (1970) Montevideo, Uruguay, Head of Chancery (1971) Luanda, Angola, Chargé d'affaires (1978) Brasília, Brazil, Counsellor (political; 1979) Madrid, Spain, Counsellor (economic and commercial; 1982) Swaziland, High Commissioner (1987–90) Ambassador to Angola (1990–93) Ambassador to Venezuela (1993–97; concurrently served as non-resident ambassador to the Dominican Republic, 1993–95) Foreign Secretary's special representative to Sierra Leone, (1998–present)

Honours Flynn was named Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George in 1992.

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Important facts

Born
23 April 1937
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Diplomat
Nationality
United Kingdom
Positions held
Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Angola, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Venezuela, High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Swaziland
Employers
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Awards
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Gerrard Flynn?

British diplomat

When was John Gerrard Flynn born?

John Gerrard Flynn was born on 23 April 1937.

What is John Gerrard Flynn's occupation?

John Gerrard Flynn is a diplomat.

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John Gerrard Flynn is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Gerrard Flynn

· Wikidata: Q6235197

· DBpedia: John Gerrard Flynn

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