Claude Auchinleck
British World War II Army commander (1884–1981)
1884 — 1981
Quick Facts
Profession
British World War II Army commander (1884–1981)
Born
June 21, 1884
Died
1981 (age ~97)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
military officer
United KingdomBorn in AldershotDied in Marrakesh
1884
Born in Aldershot (1884-06-21)
1947
AwardKnight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav
1981
Died in Marrakesh
About
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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Who is Claude Auchinleck?+
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
What does the name Claude mean?+
The name Claude means "unisex given name". It is of French origin.
When was Claude Auchinleck born?+
Claude Auchinleck was born on June 21, 1884.
When did Claude Auchinleck die?+
Claude Auchinleck died in 1981, at approximately 97 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Claude is of French origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a male name.
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Claude — June 21, 1884
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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— someone far away
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