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John Bevan

1894 – 1978

British Army officer

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About John Bevan

Lived 1894 – 1978 (aged 84). John Bevan was a British military personnel.

Personality

Dennis Wheatley described Bevan as "a rather frail-looking man of medium build with sleepy pale blue eyes and thin fair hair which turned gray from the strain of the remarkable work he accomplished". Bevan was an enthusiast for the outdoors and was an active sportsman.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Christ Church, Eton College
Awards
Military Cross; Companion of the Order of the Bath; Efficiency Decoration; Legion of Merit
Also known as
John Henry Bevan

People in John Bevan's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Bevan?

British Army officer (1894-1978)

When was John Bevan born?

John Bevan was born on 5 April 1894 in London.

When did John Bevan die?

John Bevan died on 3 December 1978 in London.

What was John Bevan's occupation?

John Bevan was a military personnel.

What nationality was John Bevan?

John Bevan was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Bevan

· Wikidata: Q6221807

· DBpedia: John Bevan (British Army officer)

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