Derek Deighton


Derek Christopher John Deighton was a senior officer of the Australian Army. He was the brother of Brigadier John Deighton MC.

Early life

Deighton attended Mentone Grammar School, and graduated from the Royal Military College, Duntroon in 1952.

Australian Army

Derek served overseas in Korea during 1953–54, Japan, UK, Germany, and Vietnam.
Deighton served as the Chief of Staff Logistics Command 1978–1979 and finally as General Officer Commanding Logistics Command.
As of 2015, Derek is one of three Royal Australian Corps of Transport officers to reach the rank of major general.