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John Johnston Silver

British Army officer who joined the Royal Household (1922-2006)

24 Aug 1922 to 10 Sept 2006

John Johnston was a British Army officer who joined the Royal Household (1922-2006). Born 1922 in Myanmar.

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Who is John Johnston?
John Johnston was a British Army officer who joined the Royal Household (1922-2006). Born 1922 in Myanmar.
What does John Johnston do?
John Johnston is known as magistrate, autobiographer.
Where did John Johnston study?
John Johnston studied at Ampleforth College.
When was John Johnston born?
John Johnston was born on 1922-08-24 in Myanmar.
What awards has John Johnston received?
Military Cross, Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.
Journey

Career and education

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Education

  • Ampleforth College
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Public life

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Born
1922-08-24, Myanmar
Died
2006-09-10
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Occupations
magistrate, autobiographer
Also known as
John Frederick Johnston, Johnny Johnston, John Frederick Dame Johnston, Sir John Frederick Dame Johnston
Awards, work, projects

Achievements

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Awards

  • Military Cross
  • Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order
Languages and interests

Profile

Languages
English

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