John Henry Godfrey
British naval officer (1888ā1970) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Admiral John Henry Godfrey CB (10 July 1888 ā 29 August 1970) was an officer of the Royal Navy and Royal Indian Navy, specialising in navigation. Ian Fleming is said to have based James Bond's boss, "M", on Godfrey.
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John Henry Godfrey | |
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Born | 10 July 1888 (1888-07-10) Handsworth |
Died | 29 August 1970 (1970-08-30) (aged 82) Eastbourne |
Allegiance | United Kingdom British India |
Service/ | Royal Navy Royal Indian Navy |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands held | HMS Kent HMS Suffolk HMS Repulse Royal Indian Navy |
Battles/wars | First World War Second World War |
Awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath |
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