Claude Auchinleck

Why Is Claude Auchinleck Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Field Marshal Sir Claude John Eyre Auchinleck, , , was a British Indian Army commander who saw active service during the world wars. A career soldier who spent much of his military career in India, he rose to become commander-in-chief of the Indian Army by early 1941 during the Second World War. In July 1941 he was appointed commander-in-chief of the Middle East Theatre, but after initial successes, the war in North Africa turned against the British-led forces under his command, and he was relieved of the post in August 1942 during the North African campaign.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Claude Auchinleck?

Claude Auchinleck is affiliated with the following schools:

• Wellington College, Berkshire