William Dobbie

British general (1879-1964) · United Kingdom · On the map · Died at 85

Lieutenant-General Sir William George Shedden Dobbie, was a British Army officer who served in the Second Boer War and the First and Second World Wars.

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A typical day, 30 days to 16 August 2026

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People around William

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John Vereker, 6th Viscount Gort Succeeded William as Governor of Malta

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Awards

Distinguished Service Order

Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

Bailiff Grand Cross of the Order of Saint John

About this person

Country

United Kingdom

Type

Other

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1879 to 1964 · aged 85