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Guy Brownlow

1883 – 1960

British Army officer

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Lived 1883 – 1960 (aged 76). Guy Brownlow was a British military personnel.

Colonel Guy James Brownlow (26 December 1883 – 19 January 1960) was a British Army officer.

Brownlow was born in County Monaghan, Ireland, the eldest son of William Claude Brabazon Brownlow JP and Janet Georgina Orme. He was educated at Harrow School and the Royal Military College, Sandhurst.

He was commissioned into the Rifle Brigade (Prince Consort's Own) in 1903. Brownlow attained the rank of captain in 1913. He fought in the First World War and was mentioned in dispatches three times. In 1915, he was decorated as a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order. Following the war, Brownlow left the army with the rank of colonel. He was High Sheriff of County Down in 1945 and held the office of Deputy Lieutenant in County Down in 1946. He later lived at Portaferry, County Down until his death in 1960.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Education
Harrow School, Royal Military College, Sandhurst
Positions held
High Sheriff of Down
Awards
Distinguished Service Order
Also known as
Guy James Brownlow

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Guy Brownlow?

British Army officer (1883-1960)

When was Guy Brownlow born?

Guy Brownlow was born on 26 December 1883.

When did Guy Brownlow die?

Guy Brownlow died on 19 January 1960.

What was Guy Brownlow's occupation?

Guy Brownlow was a military personnel.

What nationality was Guy Brownlow?

Guy Brownlow was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Guy Brownlow

· Wikidata: Q15971120

· DBpedia: Guy Brownlow

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