John Robert Osborn
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For other people named John Osborn, see John Osborn (disambiguation).
Company Sergeant Major John Robert Osborn, VC (2 January 1899 − 19 December 1941) was a Canadian soldier. Osborn was a recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He was born in Norfolk, England, and served in the Royal Navy during World War I.
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Born | (1899-01-02)2 January 1899 Foulden, Norfolk, England |
Died | 19 December 1941(1941-12-19) (aged 42) Mount Butler, Hong Kong |
Allegiance | United Kingdom Canada |
Service/ | Royal Navy Canadian Army |
Years of service | 1914−1918 1933−1941 † |
Rank | Company Sergeant Major |
Unit | The Winnipeg Grenadiers |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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