GDF leadership over the last 44 years
An old adage says: “A picture is worth a thousand words.” This photograph shows the leadership of the Guyana Defence Force over the last 44 years.
An old adage says: “A picture is worth a thousand words.” This photograph shows the leadership of the Guyana Defence Force over the last 44 years.

From left: Brigadier George Lewis, MSS (2016-2017); Major General Michael Atherly, MSS (2000-2004); Chief-of-Staff Brig Omar Khan, MSM; Brigadier Mark Phillips, MSS (2013-2016); Brigadier Godfrey Bess, MSS (2020-2023); Major General Norman McLean, MSS (1979-1990); Brigadier Edwards Collins, MSM (2004-2007); and Rear Admiral Gary Best, MSS (2007-2013).

Missing are Major General Joseph Singh (1990-2000) and Brigadier Patrick West who held command from 2017-2020.

The now retired officers recently attended the Change of Command Parade between Brigadier Godfrey Bess and Brigadier Omar Khan.

Brigadier Khan was appointed Chief of Staff on Thursday, April 27, 2023.

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