About Ronald A Edwards
Lived 1923 – 2014 (aged 90–91). Ronald A Edwards was a South African military personnel.
Vice Admiral Ronald Alvin Edwards (1923–2014) was a South African military commander.
Military career
He joined the Union Defence Force in 1940 and served in 2 Anti Aircraft Artillery Brigade. In 1946 he was appointed CO of 8 Coastal Artillery, after which he served in the South African Marine Corps on Robben Island from 1 October 1977 to 31 January 1980 before becoming Chief of the Navy from 1 February 1980 to 30 September 1982.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ronald A Edwards?
Chief of the South African Navy, 1980-1982
When was Ronald A Edwards born?
Ronald A Edwards was born in 1923 in Paarl.
When did Ronald A Edwards die?
Ronald A Edwards died on 3 July 2014.
What was Ronald A Edwards's occupation?
Ronald A Edwards was a military personnel.
What nationality was Ronald A Edwards?
Ronald A Edwards was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ronald A Edwards. https://biography.guide/ronald-a-edwards/
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