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John Masters

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British soldier and writer (1914-1983)

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Lieutenant-Colonel John Masters, DSO, OBE was a British army officer and novelist. During World War II, he served with the Chindits behind Axis lines in Burma, and became the GSO1 of the 19th Indian Infantry Division.

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Lieutenant-Colonel John Masters, DSO, OBE was a British army officer and novelist. During World War II, he served with the Chindits behind Axis lines in Burma, and became the GSO1 of the 19th Indian Infantry Division. Masters is principally known for his historical novels set in India notably Bhowani Junction, which was turned into a successful 1956 film. He also wrote a three-volume autobiography, which was positively received by critics.

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United Kingdom
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deceased
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Lived 1914 to 1983 · aged 68
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