About James Craufurd
Lived 1804 – 1888 (aged 83–84). James Craufurd was a British military personnel.
General James Robertson Craufurd (1804–1888) was a senior British Army officer.
Military career Crauford was commissioned into the Grenadier Guards. He was commander of the Brigade of Guards during the Crimean War. He then became Major General commanding the Brigade of Guards in 1861. He was promoted to lieutenant general in 1863
In 1864, he became colonel of the 27th (Inniskilling) Regiment of Foot. Then, transferring to the 91st (Argyllshire Highlanders) Regiment of Foot in 1870.
His final promotion was to general in 1871; he retired in 1877.
Family
Craufurd lived at Princes Gardens in London.
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Who was James Craufurd?
British Army general
When was James Craufurd born?
James Craufurd was born in 1804.
When did James Craufurd die?
James Craufurd died in 1888.
What was James Craufurd's occupation?
James Craufurd was a military personnel.
What nationality was James Craufurd?
James Craufurd was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Craufurd (British Army officer)
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