Arthur Samuel Allen
Military Person
1894 – 1959
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Who was Arthur Samuel Allen?
Major General Arthur Samuel "Tubby" Allen CB CBE DSO VD was an Australian soldier. During World War II he reached the rank of Major General and commanded Allied forces in the Syria-Lebanon and New Guinea campaigns. Allen was frequently referred to during World War II by the nickname "Tubby"; an indication of his stocky build and the affection with which he was regarded by both soldiers and the Australian public.
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- Born
- Mar 10, 1894
Hurstville - Nationality
- Australia
- Died
- Jan 25, 1959
Sydney
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on July 23, 2013
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