ADML Anthony Monckton Synnot was born at Corowa NSW, and entered the RAN in 1939. He was Chief of Defence Force during the period 1979 to 1982, and is one of the few RAN trained officers to reach the rank of full Admiral. His brother, Timothy Monckton Synnot also served as an officer in the RAN, reaching the rank of Commander.
Australian Naval History on 5 January 1922
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