Collins, John (1899–1989) Australian, Vice-Admiral Sir John Collins, K

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He entered the RAN in the first intake of the new naval college in 1913; 1919, Lieutenant; 1932, Commander; 1937, Captain; 1947, Rear-Admiral; 1950, Vice-Admiral.

He qualified with the RN in gunnery, and most of his appointments were in that specialization. After promotion to Commander, he was the Executive Officer of the new HMAS Sydney, 1935-37, and took command of her in 1939.

Collins, John (1899–1989) Australian, Vice-Admiral Sir John Collins, KBE, CB. He was the first graduate of the RAN College to become First Naval Member of the Australian Naval Board and CNS.

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