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Jan 01, 1921 Ealing, England, United Kingdom Died on 21 Feb 2014 (aged 93)
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About John Strawson British Army Officer
- Major General John Strawson CBE (1 January 1921 – 21 February 2014) was a British Army officer, best known for his service during the Second World War in the Middle East and Italy, and afterwards in Germany and Malaya.
- Following the amalgamation of the 4th and 8th Hussars as The Queen's Royal Irish Hussars, he commanded the Regiment in Malaysia and Germany.
- For his leadership during the Borneo campaign he was awarded the O.B.E. Later he commanded at brigade level and was Chief of Staff, United Kingdom Land Forces.
- For this latter service he was awarded a C.B.E.
- He had previously been awarded the US Bronze Star for his leadership during the Italian campaign of 1944–45.
- In civilian life he became a prolific author, especially on military matters.
