Background
EDWARDS, BaronetJohn Burnard was born on May 6, 1857 in Saharanpore, India. Son of late R. M. Edwards, Bengal Civil Service.
EDWARDS, BaronetJohn Burnard was born on May 6, 1857 in Saharanpore, India. Son of late R. M. Edwards, Bengal Civil Service.
Haileybury; Sandhurst.
Entered Army, 1878; Major, 1898. Lieutenant-Colonel, 1904. Baronet-Colonel, 1907.
Served Afghan War, 1878-1880 (medal and clasp).
With Chitral Relief Force, 1895. In charge Gwalior Imperial Service Transport Corps (despatches, medal, clasp, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order).
Acted as Staff Officer from Indian Army to late Duke of Clarence during Indian tour. Inspecting Officer of Imperial Service Cavalry in Central India, 1891-1896.
Decorated for service with Chitral Relief Force. Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1895. Assistant Adjutant-General, 5th (Mhow) Division, India.
Club: East India United Sendee.