John Allan (Salvation Army officer)
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John James Allan (1887–1949) was an American minister and Salvation Army officer who served as the 8th Chief of the Staff of The Salvation Army, and a colonel in the United States Army, serving as a chaplain in both World War I and World War II.
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Commissioner John Allan | |
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8th Chief of the Staff | |
In office 1947–1953 | |
General | Albert Orsborn |
Preceded by | Charles Baugh |
Succeeded by | Edgar Dibden |
The General's Special Delegate | |
In office 1953–1957 | |
General | Albert Orsborn Wilfred Kitching |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Office abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | John James Allan 1887 Hazleton, Pennsylvania |
Died | 1960 Clearwater, Florida |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | Maude Parsons (m. 1909) |
Awards | Croix de Guerre Order of Orange-Nassau |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 77th Sustainment Brigade |
Battles/wars | World War I, World War II |
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