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General Lynden Bell

A British general commanding a division in Palestine.

minor

Also known as Lynden Bell, Belinda

First appearance: cvi

General Lynden Bell shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Lynden Bell, as Chief of Staff, supports Murray's opposition to the Arab campaign, described as a 'red soldier' with a heartiness.
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In VII: Lynden Bell, as Chief of Staff, supports Murray's opposition to the Arab campaign, described as a 'red soldier' with a heartiness. Later, in XVI: Chief of Staff who intercepts Lawrence before meeting the…

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See General Lynden Bell in cvi
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