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George Strong (VC)
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Strong VC (7 April 1833 ā 25 August 1888) was an English recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Born | (1833-04-07)7 April 1833 Odcombe, Somerset |
Died | 25 August 1888(1888-08-25) (aged 55) Sherston Magna, Wiltshire |
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Rank | Private |
Unit | Coldstream Guards |
Battles/wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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