Arthur David Torlesse
Rear Admiral Arthur David Torlesse, CB, DSO (24 January 1902 – 19 July 1995) was a Royal Navy officer. He commanded the escort carrier HMS Hunter during the latter part of the Second World War, and the aircraft carrier HMS Triumph during the early months of the Korean War. In 1952, he commanded the task force that supported Operation Hurricane, the first British nuclear weapons test.
Arthur David Torlesse | |
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| Born | 24 January 1902 Bognor Regis, West Sussex |
| Died | 19 July 1995 (aged 93) Lymington, Hampshire |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1915–1954 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands held | Flag Officer, Ground Training (1953–54) HMS Triumph (1949–50) HMS Hunter (1944–45) |
| Battles/wars | First World War Second World War Korean War |
| Awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath Distinguished Service Order Mentioned in Despatches Officer of the Legion of Merit (United States) |
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