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1945 British Generals Wavell and Auchinleck are awarded the U.S. Legion of Merit
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0:28Now PlayingDate: 8th November 1945
Location: New Delhi
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
INDIA: New Wavell:
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AUCKINLECK. General Sir Claude Investiture at inspection of the Fouth Gurkha. awarded the Legion of Merit,
WAVELL, General. In New Deli receives medal The Legion of Merit,
Personalities - Armed Forces; Personalities - Politicians; Ceremonies - Decorations
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