Sybil Irving | |
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Born | Victoria Barracks, Melbourne, Colony of Victoria | 25 February 1897
Died | 28 March 1973 South Yarra, Melbourne | (aged 76)
Allegiance | Australia |
Service | Australian Women's Army Service |
Years of service | 1941–1946 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands | |
Battles / wars | World War II |
Awards | Member of the Order of the British Empire |
Relations | Godfrey Irving (father) |
Other work |
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Sybil Howy Irving MBE (25 February 1897 – 28 March 1973) was an Australian military officer who was the founder and controller of the Australian Women's Army Service during World War II. She served in this position from 1941 to 1946, and was active in charity and social organisations until she was aged 74.