Deputy Chief of Army

The Deputy Chief of Army (DCA) is the second most senior appointment in the Australian Army, responsible to the Chief of Army (CA). The rank associated with the position is major general (2-star).

Not to be confused with Vice Chief of the Army Staff or Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (India).

Deputy Chief of Army
Incumbent
Chris Smith
since 31 January 2024
Australian Army
StyleMajor General
AbbreviationDCA
Member ofAustralian Defence Force
Reports toChief of Army
Formation1920
First holderBrigadier General Thomas Blamey
WebsiteOfficial website

The current appointee is Major General Chris Smith, who took up the posting on 31 January 2024.

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