Hugh Turnbull
British army officer and senior police officer
About Hugh Turnbull
Lived 1882 – 1973 (aged 90–91).
Lieutenant-Colonel Sir Hugh Stephenson Turnbull (25 August 1882 – 9 January 1973) was a British Army officer and senior police officer. His army commands included 2/7th Battalion Gordon Highlanders. He served as commissioner of the City of London Police from 1925 to April 1950.
He is the father of Lt. Col. John Turnbull, who was awarded the Military Cross for his engagement in Tunisia.
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Who was Hugh Turnbull?
British army officer and senior police officer
When was Hugh Turnbull born?
Hugh Turnbull was born on 25 August 1882.
When did Hugh Turnbull die?
Hugh Turnbull died in 1973.
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