Background
Allen, Robert Franklin was born on February 21, 1860.
Allen, Robert Franklin was born on February 21, 1860.
Entered army, 1879; Captain, 1SS9. Major, 1897; served Manipur, 1891 (despatches, medal with clasp). East Africa, 1904 (despatches, medal with two clasps, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order).
Retired, 1909.
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1905. Royal Engineers.
Club: East India United Service.
Spouse 1886, Alice Gordon,daughter of late Surgeon-General Inkson.