Frederick Halahan
| Air Vice-Marshal Frederick Crosby Halahan CMG, CBE, DSO, MVO | |
|---|---|
| Born |
27 May 1880 Camberwell, Surrey, England |
| Died |
17 October 1965 Battle, East Sussex, England |
| Allegiance |
 United Kingdom |
| Service/branch |
 Royal Navy Royal Air Force |
| Rank | Air Vice-Marshal |
| Commands held | RAF College |
| Battles/wars |
World War I World War II |
| Awards |
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) Distinguished Service Order (DSO), Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO) |
Air Vice-Marshal Frederick Crosby Halahan CMG, CBE, DSO, MVO, RAF (27 May 1880 – 17 October 1965) was a gunnery officer in the Royal Navy during the early years of the 20th century who became involved in early naval aviation efforts.
Naval and Air Force service
Halahan served in the Royal Navy, and was promoted Lieutenant 15 December 1900.[1] He later served in the Royal Air Force from its establishment in 1918 through the to 1930. During World War II, Halahan rejoined the RAF, serving on the staff of the Directorate of Personal Services.
References
- ↑ The London Gazette: no. 27372. p. 7146. 5 November 1901.
- Air of Authority - A History of RAF Organisation - Air Vice-Marshal F C Halahan
- Linley & Jim Hooper's family history pages - Air Vice Marshall Frederick Crosby Halahan
| Military offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by A E Borton |
RAF College Commandant 1926 – 1929 |
Succeeded by A M Longmore |