Paul Murray
South African Navy officer
About Paul Murray
Paul Murray was a South African.
Vice Admiral Paul Murray is a retired South African Navy officer who served as Chief of Staff Finance for the South African Defence Force before his retirement in 1993.
Naval career
Paul Murray was a surface combat officer who served as a Bridge Watchkeeping Officer, Gunnery Officer and Executive Officer aboard various vessels. He later served as Director Budgeting and Programming for the SADF. He served as Chief Director Finances under V Adm Marthinus Bekker.
He was promoted to vice admiral in 1990.
He was promoted to rear admiral on 1 January 1989 and appointed Chief Director:Finances at SADF Headquarters.
Awards and decorations
He was awarded the Star of South Africa, Silver in the 1994 National Honours.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Paul Murray?
South African Navy officer
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Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Paul Murray (admiral)
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