Desmond Mangham

Major-General (William) Desmond Mangham CB (born 29 August 1924) is a former British Army officer who commanded 2nd Division.

Military career
Educated at Ampleforth College, Mangham was commissioned into the Royal Artillery in 1943 during World War II. He became Commanding Officer of 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery in 1966. He was appointed Commander Royal Artillery for 2nd Division in 1968, Chief of Staff for 1st (British) Corps in 1972 and General Officer Commanding 2nd Division in 1974. His last appointment was as Vice Quartermaster-General in 1976 before retiring in 1979.

In retirement he became Director of the Brewer's Association.

Family
In 1960 he married Susan Humfrey; they have two sons and two daughters.