Alexander Alfred Hayton
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Brigadier Alexander Alfred Hayton VD DSO[1] (1894 – 1977 (aged 82–83) ) was a South African officer. During World War I he served as a lieutenant in the East African Campaign and in Egypt.[2] He was the commanding officer of the 4th South African Brigade in the Western Desert Campaign in North Africa during World War II.[3] In civilian life he worked as Chief Traffic Officer in Johannesburg.[4][5]
Alexander Alfred Hayton | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1894 |
| Died | 1977 (aged 82–83) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance |  Republic of South Africa |
Branch | South African Army |
Rank | Brigadier |
| Commands | 4th South African Brigade |
Conflicts | Western Desert Campaign |
| Awards |   |
| Other work | Chief Traffic Officer |
