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Gordon Bennett

Australian Army officer (1887-1962) · Australia · On the map · Died at 75

Lieutenant General Henry Gordon Bennett, was a senior Australian Army officer who served in both World War I and World War II. A citizen soldier by background, Bennett began his professional life in the insurance industry and joined the Army on a part-time basis.

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Awards

Companion of the Order of the Bath
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George

About this person

During World War I, he rose rapidly through the ranks, commanding at both battalion and brigade level. He became the youngest general in the Australian Army and was highly decorated for his leadership and gallantry on the Western Front. After the war, he returned to civilian life, continuing his military service in a part-time capacity and holding senior command appointments within the Citizen Military Forces.

Country
Australia
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1887 to 1962 · aged 75