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Alexander Douglas Campbell

1899 – 1980

British Army general

Engineer Military personnel
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About Alexander Douglas Campbell

Lived 1899 – 1980 (aged 80). Alexander Douglas Campbell was a British engineer and military personnel.

Major-General Sir Alexander Douglas Campbell (20 June 1899 – 3 April 1980) was General Officer Commanding Aldershot District.

Military career Educated at Cheltenham College, Queens' College, Cambridge, and the Royal Military Academy Woolwich, Campbell was commissioned into the Royal Engineers 1917 and served in World War I.

He also served in World War II becoming Assistant Director for Bomb Disposal in 1940.

He lived at Shipley near Horsham in Sussex.

Family In 1923 he married Patience Loveday Carlyon.

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Important facts

Born
20 June 1899, Kashmir
Birth century
19th century
Died
3 April 1980, Aldershot
Occupation
Engineer, military personnel
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
Cheltenham College, Queens' College
Awards
Military Cross; Companion of the Order of the Bath; Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Distinguished Service Order
Also known as
Sir Alexander Douglas Campbell, Maj.-Gen. Sir Alexander Douglas Campbell, Sir Alexander Campbell, Alexander Campbell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander Douglas Campbell?

British Army general (1899-1980)

When was Alexander Douglas Campbell born?

Alexander Douglas Campbell was born on 20 June 1899 in Kashmir.

When did Alexander Douglas Campbell die?

Alexander Douglas Campbell died on 3 April 1980 in Aldershot.

What was Alexander Douglas Campbell's occupation?

Alexander Douglas Campbell was an engineer and military personnel.

What nationality was Alexander Douglas Campbell?

Alexander Douglas Campbell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander Douglas Campbell

· Wikidata: Q4718753

· DBpedia: Douglas Campbell (British Army officer)

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