Brigadier George Taylor, CBE, DSO & Bar (17 September 1905 – 17 July 1994) was a senior officer in the British Army.
[2] He saw action in the Norwegian campaign and, after being evacuated, then took part in the Normandy landings.
[3] He became commanding officer of the 5th Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry in July 1944 and, after capturing a Tiger Tank, was appointed Companion of the Distinguished Service Order; he won a bar to his DSO at the Battle of Arnhem in September 1944.
[3] He went on to command the 28th Commonwealth Infantry Brigade in Korea in the Korean War at the Battle of Kapyong and in Operation Commando.
[3] Sir David Willcocks witnessed George Taylor's skills 1st hand when they served closely together, and stated: "not only his great courage and inspiring leadership, but also the care with which we reconnoitred and planned every attack or defensive engagement, in order to minimise casualties ... his courage and concern called forth in all ranks a deep loyalty and affection.