Donald Powell

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Donald Powell (1896 – 1942) was an officer in the British Indian Army during World War II'

As part of Iraqforce (or Paiforce in Persia), Brigadier Powell commanded the 20th Indian Brigade of the Indian 10th Infantry Division during the Anglo-Iraqi War, the Syria-Lebanon campaign, and the Anglo-Soviet invasion of Persia.

Command history

  • 1937 to 1939 Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion 16th Punjab Regiment
  • 1940 to 1942 Commanding Officer, 20th Indian Brigade

See also

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