Colin Barry
Zambian military personnel
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Lieutenant General Colin Barry (born 5 May 1974) is a retired Zambian military officer and commander of the Zambia Air Force from 2021 until December 20, 2023.[1]
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Born
May 5, 1974
Colin Barry
May 5, 1974
AllegianceZambia
BranchZambia Air Force
Service years1993 – December 20, 2023
Colin Barry | |
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| Born | Colin Barry May 5, 1974 |
| Allegiance | Zambia |
| Branch | Zambia Air Force |
| Service years | 1993 – December 20, 2023 |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
Early childhood and education
Barry obtained primary education at Kikombe Primary School in Solwezi and his secondary school education at Solwezi Technical School (SOTECH). While in primary school he joined the Boy's Scouts.[2]
Military career
In 2021, Barry was appointed Commander of the Zambia Air Force by President Hakainde Hichilema. He served until December 20, 2023, when President Hichilema terminated his appointment as Zambia Air Force Commander and appointed Oscar Nyoni as his immediate successor.[3][4][5][6]