Gordon O'Connor
Canadian General and Minister of Defence
Born
May 18th, 1939
86 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Born in 1939, a career in the Canadian military culminated in the rank of Major General. Transitioned to politics, serving as the 38th Minister of Defence from 2006 to 2008. Oversaw significant military operations and budgetary decisions during a period of increased Canadian military involvement in Afghanistan.
Served as Chief of Staff for the Canadian Army
Oversaw the Canadian Forces during the Afghanistan War
Directed defense policy while serving as Minister of Defence
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