David Scott

Military Person

1921 – 2006

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Who was David Scott?

Rear-Admiral Sir David Scott K.B.E., C.B was an officer in the Royal Navy from 1937 to 1980. He was second in command and served as a first lieutenant aboard HMS Seraph during Operation Mincemeat. Scott served on ten submarines in peace and war, commanding five of them. Scott was a popular officer noted for his gentlemanly way with subordinates and his sharp sense of humour.

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Born
Apr 5, 1921
Also known as
  • Rear-Admiral Sir David Scott
  • William David Stuart
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Died
Jan 20, 2006

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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