Oswald Allen Harker
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Oswald Allen Harker, (1886-1968), also called Brigadier 'Jasper' Harker, was promoted to acting Director General of MI5 in June 1940 when Major-General Sir Vernon Kell was dismissed.[1] He had been the Deputy Director General prior to this promotion.[1] When Sir David Petrie was appointed as the new Director General in April 1941 Harker stepped down to be the Deputy Director General again.[1]
He is often confused with his younger brother, Brigadier Arthur William Allen Harker.[1]
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d Oswald Allen Harker (1886-1968). State Secrets.... Retrieved on 18 November 2007.
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| Preceded by Major-General Sir Vernon Kell |
Director General of MI5 (acting) 1940 - 1941 |
Succeeded by Sir David Petrie |
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