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Tim Barrett

b. 1959

Australian naval officer

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Born 1959. Tim Barrett is a British.

Vice Admiral Timothy William Barrett, (born 8 January 1959) is a senior officer in the Royal Australian Navy Reserve. Barrett served as Commander Australian Fleet from 2011 to 2014, before being appointed Chief of Navy in June 2014. He retired in July 2018 after four years as navy chief and 42 years in the navy.

Early life Barrett was born in the Cornwall parish of Helston, England, on 8 January 1959. He emigrated to Australia, aged 11, in 1970.

Military career Barrett received a Bachelor of Arts in history and politics as well as a Master of Defence Studies from the University of New South Wales.

On 4 April 2014, Barrett's promotion to vice admiral and selection to succeed Ray Griggs as Chief of Navy (CN) was announced, to take place mid-year. He was subsequently advanced in rank during a ceremony presided by General David Hurley on 24 June, and assumed command as CN six days later. Barrett transferred to the Royal Australian Navy Reserve on 1 September 2018, and was succeeded as CN by Vice Admiral Michael Noonan.

Barrett played a key role in choosing Britain's Type 26 Frigate offering before later becoming a paid advisor to BAE Systems Australia - the builder of the ship.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of New South Wales
Positions held
Chief of Navy
Awards
Officer of the Order of Australia; Conspicuous Service Cross (Australia); Legion of Honour; Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera)
Also known as
Timothy William Barrett, Timothy W. Barrett, T. W. Barrett

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Tim Barrett?

Australian naval officer

When was Tim Barrett born?

Tim Barrett was born on 8 January 1959 in Helston.

What nationality is Tim Barrett?

Tim Barrett is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tim Barrett

· Wikidata: Q16152090

· DBpedia: Tim Barrett (admiral)

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