Douglas Alexander Graham

Who was Douglas Alexander Graham?

Major General Douglas Alexander Henry Graham CB, CBE, DSO & Bar, MC, DL was a British soldier of the First and Second World Wars. During his early life he studied at the University of Glasgow. When the First World War broke out, Graham was serving in the Cameronians and during the conflict was rescued by Henry May, the action that led to May being awarded the Victoria Cross. Shortly before the start of the Second World War, Graham was given command of the 2nd Battalion, The Cameronians. He commanded several different Brigades and Divisions during the Second World War including the 50th Infantry Division during Operation Overlord.