Guy Brownlow facts for kids
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Guy Brownlow DSO DL
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| Born | 26 December 1883 |
| Died | 19 January 1960 (aged 76) |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service/ |
 British Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Commands held | Rifle Brigade (Prince Consort's Own) |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Order |
Guy James Brownlow (born December 26, 1883 – died January 19, 1960) was a brave officer in the British Army. He was known for his service during the First World War. After his military career, he also held important public roles in his home county.
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Early Life and Education
Guy James Brownlow was born in County Monaghan, Ireland. He was the oldest son of William Claude Brabazon Brownlow and Janet Georgina Orme. Young Guy went to two well-known schools. First, he attended Harrow School, a famous boarding school in England. After that, he studied at the Royal Military College, Sandhurst. This college is where many British Army officers get their training.
A Career in the Army
In 1903, Guy Brownlow officially joined the Rifle Brigade (Prince Consort's Own). This was a special part of the British Army. By 1913, he had moved up in rank to become a captain.
Serving in the First World War
Brownlow played an active role in the First World War. This was a huge global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918. During the war, his bravery and actions were noticed three times. This is called being "mentioned in dispatches." It means his commanders officially recognized his good work. In 1915, he received a special award called the Distinguished Service Order. This award is given to officers for their excellent service in battle.
After the War
After the First World War ended, Guy Brownlow left the army. He had reached the high rank of Colonel. Even after leaving the military, he continued to serve his community. In 1945, he became the High Sheriff of County Down. This was an important local role, similar to a chief law enforcement officer. The next year, in 1946, he became a Deputy Lieutenant in County Down. This role helps represent the King or Queen in the county.
Family and Later Life
On August 19, 1920, Colonel Brownlow married Elinor Scott. She was the daughter of another army officer, Colonel George Scott. Guy and Elinor had three children together:
- Colonel William Stephen Brownlow (born 1921)
- James Christy Brownlow (born 1922)
- Anne Brownlow (born 1928), who later married Gerald Spring Rice.
In the 1930s, Brownlow lived in a village called Sedgehill in Wiltshire, England. Later in his life, he moved to Portaferry, which is in County Down, Ireland. He lived there until he passed away in 1960.
