John Crofton (British Army officer)
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John Crofton (British Army officer)
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General John ffolliott Crofton was a British Army officer. He was born in Dublin, Ireland, the son of Revd Henry Crofton and Frances ffolliott. Educated privately, he gained a BA degree at Trinity College, Dublin in 1824. He entered the army the same year as an ensign in the 6th Foot. In 1832 he was appointed interpreter under Brigadier-General Litchfield for a military campaign in a lawless area of north-west India. He was also involved in the defence of Aden in 1841. In 1846, by now promoted M
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British Army officer
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2016-07-18T21:36:00Z
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2024-09-03T16:12:44Z
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