Sir Archibald Wavell was a British Army officer and a prominent military leader during World War II. Born on May 5, 1883, he served in various campaigns, including in India and North Africa. Wavell was known for his strategic thinking and leadership skills, eventually rising to the rank of Field Marshal. Wavell played a crucial role in the early years of the war, particularly in the Western Desert Campaign against the Axis powers. He was appointed as the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army and later became the Viceroy of India from 1943 to 1947, overseeing the transition towards Indian independence.