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Revision as of 17:24, 11 June 2018
Vice-Admiral SIR William Clarkson, K.B.E., C.M.G. (26 March, 1859 – 21 January, 1934) served in the Royal Navy. He played an important role in the creation of the Royal Australian Navy.
Life & Career
Clarkson was born in Whitby.
In 1911, he was appointed to Third Naval Member of the Australian Naval Board, being responsible for the construction and engineering of ships, repairs and control of Naval dockyards and bases.
See Also
Bibliography
| Naval Appointments | ||
| Preceded by New Post |
Third Naval Member of the Australian Naval Board Mar, 1911 |
Succeeded by John W. Wishart |
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