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Paul Lambert

b. 1954

British navy officer

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Born 1954. Paul Lambert is a British military officer.

Vice Admiral Sir Paul Lambert, (born 17 November 1954) is a former Royal Navy officer who served as Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff (Equipment Capability) from 2009 to 2012.

Naval career Educated at Kettering Grammar School and City University London, Lambert joined the Royal Navy in 1974. He was appointed Commanding Officer of the frigate in 1996. Promoted to rear admiral on 29 June 2004, he was appointed Commander Operations and Rear Admiral, Submarines in 2004. He went on to be Capability Manager (Precision Attack) and Controller of the Navy in 2007, and Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff (Equipment Capability) in 2009. In September 2009, he strongly defended the equipment, including helmet and body armour, being issued to military personnel in Afghanistan. Lambert was advanced to Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath in the 2012 New Year Honours.

Retirement In retirement, Lambert became Secretary General of the Venerable Order of Saint John. He was appointed Knight of the Order of St John (KStJ) in January 2018.

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Third Sea Lord
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath; Venerable Order of Saint John

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Paul Lambert?

British navy officer

When was Paul Lambert born?

Paul Lambert was born on 17 November 1954.

What is Paul Lambert's occupation?

Paul Lambert is a military officer.

What nationality is Paul Lambert?

Paul Lambert is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paul Lambert

· Wikidata: Q7151929

· DBpedia: Paul Lambert (Royal Navy officer)

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