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James Rowland

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Chief of the Air Staff and Governor of New South Wales (1922-1999)

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Air Marshal Sir James Anthony Rowland, was a senior commander in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), serving as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) from 1975 to 1979. He held office as Governor of New South Wales from 1981 to 1989, and was Chancellor of the University of Sydney from 1990 to 1991.

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Lancaster of No. 635 Squadron RAF, May 1945Lancaster of No. 635 Squadron RAF, May 1945Rowland (right) on a visit to Kimpo, South Korea, with a pilot of No. 77 Squadron, April 1953Rowland (right) on a visit to Kimpo, South Korea, with a pilot of No. 77 Squadron, April 1953RAAF Mirage fighter in ARDU liveryRAAF Mirage fighter in ARDU livery

Awards 5

1987Companion of the Order of Australia
1977Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
1977National Medal
1955Air Force Cross
1945Distinguished Flying Cross

Connected to James 6

Michael JefferyAlso won National MedalDavid EvansAlso won Air Force CrossJohn A. KentAlso won Air Force CrossMichael BryceAlso won National MedalPeter CosgroveAlso won National MedalAngus HoustonAlso won Air Force Cross

About this person

Country
Australia
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1922 to 1999 · aged 76
Wikipedia
8 languages

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