John Overall (architect)
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Sir John Wallace Overall, CBE, MC & Bar (15 July 1913 – 2 September 2001) was an Australian Second World War veteran and architect. As inaugural Commissioner of the National Capital Development Commission from 1957 to 1972, he made a significant contribution to the development of Canberra.
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Sir John Overall | |
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Commissioner of the National Capital Development Commission | |
In office 1958–1972 | |
Succeeded by | William Andrews |
Personal details | |
Born | (1913-07-15)15 July 1913 Sydney, New South Wales |
Died | 2 September 2001(2001-09-02) (aged 88) Canberra, Australian Capital Territory |
Education | Sydney Technical College |
Occupation | Architect |
Civilian awards | Knight Bachelor Commander of the Order of the British Empire Royal Australian Institute of Architects Gold Medal |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Australia |
Branch/service | Second Australian Imperial Force |
Years of service | 1940–1945 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Commands | 1st Parachute Battalion |
Battles/wars | Second World War |
Military awards | Military Cross & Bar |
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