James Rivett-Carnac (Royal Navy officer)
James Rivett-Carnac | |
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Rivett-Carnac (left) on board HMS Rodney, April 1943 | |
| Born | 12 February 1891 |
| Died | 9 October 1970 (aged 79) |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1910–1947 |
| Rank | Vice Admiral |
| Commands | HMS Rodney Quartermaster (British Pacific Fleet) New Zealand Division |
| Battles / wars | First World War Second World War |
| Awards | Commander of the Order of the British Empire Companion of the Order of the Bath Distinguished Service Cross Mentioned in despatches |
Vice-Admiral James William Rivett-Carnac CB CBE DSC DL (12 February 1891 – 9 October 1970) was a Royal Navy officer who became Commodore commanding the New Zealand Division.