Gen dionisio santiago biography of michael jackson
Sir Mike had a distinguished 40 year military career |
Reportedly nicknamed Darth Vader and The Prince of Darkness by his men, Gen Sir Michael Jackson commanded an instant respect among his troops.
Renowned for his ferocious pursuit of perfection on military exercises and dubbed "Macho Jacko" by the tabloids, he was seen as a hard but fair commander.
Sir Mike, now 62, began his army career learning Russian in the Intelligence Corps at the height of the Cold War.
Alongside his hard man image he was seen as intelligent and able and it has been said he could have succeeded equally well in a civilian - even political - career.
Born into a military family, he joined the Army at the age of 19 before graduating from Birmingham University in 1967.
He transferred to the Parachute Regiment in 1970 after completing his time with the Intelligence Corps.
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