Collen Edward Melville Richards

Collen Edward Melville Richards

Collen Edward Melville Richards (1888 – 1971) was an officer in the British Army during World War I and World War II.

Joining the East Lancashire Regiment in 1911, Brigadier Richards commanded the 24th Gold Coast Brigade (12th African Division) during the East African Campaign.

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