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Eric Cole

English cricketer (1906-1992) · United Kingdom · On the map · Athletes · Died at 86

Major-General Eric Stuart Cole, was a senior British Army officer and telecommunications expert. He saw active service in the Second World War, with his most important contribution being the planning of communications for the invasion of Normandy.

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Career 4

ClubYears
Kent County Cricket Club1938
Combined Services cricket team1937
British Army cricket team1933-1938
Free Foresters Cricket Club1931

Awards

Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Companion of the Order of the Bath

About this person

He continued his army career after the war, ultimately holding the post of director of telecommunications at the War Office.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 1992 · aged 86