James Shaw | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service/ |  British Army |
| Years of service | 1972–2005 |
| Rank | Major-General |
| Commands | 14 Signal Regiment 1st Signal Brigade Theatre Troops |
| Battles/wars | Gulf War Bosnian War |
| Awards | Commander of the Order of the British Empire |
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