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3 unusual facts about Bernard Freyberg, 1st Baron Freyberg


Baron Freyberg

It was created in 1951 for the prominent military commander Lieutenant-General Sir Bernard Freyberg.

Francis McLaren

His widow later married Bernard Freyberg.

Miramare Castle

At the end of 1945, the New Zealand troops under the command of the General Freyberg entered Trieste and settled in the castle, making many changes to the interior.


Operation Crusader

XIII Corps comprised 4th Indian Infantry Division (commanded by Major-General Frank Messervy), the newly arrived 2nd New Zealand Division (commanded by Major-General Bernard Freyberg) and the 1st Army Tank Brigade.


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