Stephanus Biermann
Stephanus Cornelis Biermann | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Chips |
| Born | 9 December 1918 Johannesburg |
| Died | 18 February 2003 (aged 84) Cape Town, South Africa |
| Allegiance |  South Africa |
| Service |  South African Navy |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
| Commands |
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| Spouse(s) | May Biermann |
| Relations | Hugo Biermann (brother) |
Rear Admiral Stephanus Cornelis Biermann (9 December 1918 to 18 February 2003)[1] is a former South African Navy officer.
Early life
Biermann's father, joined the Orange Free State postal service at the age of 12[2] and later joined the SA Railways and Harbours as a telegraphist.[2]: page 3
Biermann was one of four children. His brothers Phillip and Hugo served on minesweepers during World War II.[1] His brother Hugo reached the rank of Admiral in the South African Navy.[1]
Naval career
Before the outbreak of World War II he was a teacher[3] at Highlands North High School in Johannesburg.[1] This gave rise to his nickname "Chips" after the schoolmaster Mr Chips.[2]: page 5
Death
Biermann died at the age of 84 at a retirement home, Silvermine Village, near Cape Town.[4]
References
- ^ a b c d Williams, Roger (Feb 21, 2003). "Chips Biermann obituary". Cape Argus. Retrieved October 23, 2014.
- ^ a b c Williams, Roger (October 2003). "Admiral H H Biermann". Naval Digest. 9.
- ^ "Skout-adm . Biermann sterf". Die Burger. February 22, 2003. Retrieved August 27, 2015.
- ^ Bester, Ronel (February 22, 2003). "Skoutadmiraal Biermann oorlede / Rear Admiral Biermann dead". Volksblad. Retrieved August 27, 2015.