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Edwards, James Bevan (1834 - 1922) |
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| Born: 5 November 1834 England. Died: 8 July 1922 London, England. | ||
| (Sir) James Bevan Edwards was chosen by the British government to inspect the forces of the Australian colonies in 1889 and to advise on their organisation. He recommended a structure which would enable the colonies to combine for mutual defence; uniform organisation and armament; a common Defence Act; a military college to train officers; and a uniform gauge for railways. |
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