Desmond Mangham
Major-General (William) Desmond Mangham CB (29 August 1924 – 23 November 2014) was a British Army officer who commanded 2nd Division.
Desmond Mangham | |
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| Born | 29 August 1924 |
| Died | 23 November 2014 (aged 90) |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service/ |  British Army |
| Years of service | 1943-1979 |
| Rank | Major-General |
| Commands held | 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery 2nd Division |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath |
Military career
Educated at Ampleforth College,[1] Mangham was commissioned into the Royal Artillery in 1943 during World War II.[2] He became Commanding Officer of 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery in 1966.[2] He was appointed Commander Royal Artillery for 2nd Division in 1968, Chief of Staff for 1st (British) Corps in 1972 and General Officer Commanding 2nd Division in 1974.[2] His last appointment was as Vice Quartermaster-General in 1976 before retiring in 1979.[2]
In retirement he became Director of the Brewer's Association.[2] He died on 23 November 2014.[3]
Family
In 1960 he married Susan Humfrey; they have two sons and two daughters.[2]
References
- "Honorary Life Vice-Presidents". Archived from the original on 23 October 2011. Retrieved 24 August 2011.
- Debrett's People of Today 1994
- MANGHAM
| Military offices | ||
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| Preceded by John Archer |
General Officer Commanding the 2nd Division 1974–1976 |
Succeeded by Frank Kitson |