Major General Eric Paytherus Nares, CB, CBE, MC & Bar (9 July 1892 – 18 June 1947) was a senior officer of the British Army.

[3] Nares served in the First World War,[3] during which he was wounded twice, three times mentioned in despatches and was awarded the Military Cross (MC) with a Bar.

He organised several attacks and counter-attacks, and maintained his position until practically surrounded by large forces of the enemy.

When compelled to retire, he kept the battalion well in hand and showed sound judgment in the selection of new positions.After the war, Nares served with the West African Frontier Force until 1924.

[3] Nares served in the Middle East,[3] North Africa and Central Mediterranean (including Italy) during the Second World War.