John Henry Godfrey
Admiral John Henry Godfrey CB (10 July 1888 – 29 August 1970) was an officer of the Royal Navy and Royal Indian Navy, specialising in navigation. Ian Fleming is said to have based James Bond's boss, "M", on Godfrey.
John Henry Godfrey | |
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Godfrey as a Rear Admiral during World War II | |
| Born | 10 July 1888 Handsworth |
| Died | 29 August 1970 (aged 82) Eastbourne |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom British India |
| Service/ | Royal Navy Royal Indian Navy |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | HMS Kent HMS Suffolk HMS Repulse Royal Indian Navy |
| Battles/wars | First World War Second World War |
| Awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath |
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