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General Sir Mark Alexander Popham Carleton-Smith, GCB, CBE, DL (born 9 February 1964) is a senior British Army officer who served as Chief of the General Staff from June 2018 to June 2022. He previously served as Director Special Forces and commanded 22 Special Air Service Regiment.
Learn about the biography, previous roles and announcements of the former Chief of the General Staff of the British Army. He served in various conflicts, including Iraq, Afghanistan and Kosovo, and was awarded several honours.
General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith, Chief of the General Staff of the British Army, discusses global security trends and challenges, and how the British Army is...
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May 9, 2018 · Learn about the career and achievements of Lieutenant-General Mark Carleton-Smith, who became the head of the Army in 2018. He led the SAS in Iraq and Afghanistan, and played a role in the hunt for Osama bin Laden.
The BBC understands that General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith, the former head of UK Special Forces, was briefed about the alleged unlawful killings but did not pass on the evidence to the Royal...
Sep 15, 2021 · General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith, the Chief of the General Staff, talks about the transformation of the British Army and the challenges of modern warfare at the Defence and Security Equipment International event. He highlights the need for innovation, adaptation and global presence in a hybrid and competitive environment.