David Coppock: Life and Legacy

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What year did David Coppock qualify from Guy's Hospital in London?

1934

What was David Coppock's role in the Royal Navy?

Overseas posts with the United States Navy Dental Corps

What can be said about David Coppock's personality?

He was a friendly and welcoming man

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  • David Coppock was born in 1934 and qualified from Guy's Hospital in London.
  • He served in the Royal Navy during the 1956 Suez campaign and later in overseas posts with the United States Navy Dental Corps.
  • He returned to the UK and worked in the London MoD for nine years.
  • In 1985, he was appointed Director Naval Dental Services and also served as Tri-Service Director Defence Dental Services from 1988-1990.
  • He retired from the Navy in 1990 and died in December 2014.

David Coppock was an accomplished man with a wide range of skills and experiences. He was a well-read raconteur and fly fisherman, and also had a deep knowledge of dental pathology and practice. He was highly successful in his career, and his many appointments and roles within the Navy helped him to build strong relationships with other military personnel. He was a friendly and welcoming man, and his many friends will miss him dearly.

Explore the life and achievements of David Coppock, a skilled dentist and accomplished naval officer. Learn about his diverse experiences, from military service to his expertise in dental pathology and practice.

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