Early Life
Beaumont was born in Blackheath, London. He served in the Army Service Corps in the First World War, reaching the rank of Major and being awarded the Distinguished Service Order in 1918 for his services during the capture of Jerusalem.
His family motto was: "Cartun pete finem" (Seek a sure end).
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