David Dobie
David Theodore Dobie, DSO (21 October 1912 in Tynemouth, United Kingdom – 12 December 1971 in Nairobi, Kenya) was a British Army officer who fought during the Second World War. He had a leading role during the Battle of Arnhem (Operation Market–Garden) and was the architect of Operation Pegasus I, successfully evacuating a large group of men trapped in German-occupied territory who had been in hiding since the Battle of Arnhem.
David Dobie | |
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| Born | David Theodore Dobie 21 October 1912 Tynemouth, United Kingdom |
| Died | 12 December 1971 (aged 59) Nairobi, Kenya |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Army officer |
| Years active | 1936–1971 |
| Spouse | Rex |
| Children | 3 |
| Awards | Military Order of William (1947) |
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