Percy Dean
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For the Australian public servant, see Percy Deane.
Percy Thompson Dean, VC (20 July 1877 ā 20 March 1939)[1] was a British businessman, politician, sailor, and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces, and also a politician.
Quick Facts Member of Parliament for Blackburn, Monarch ...
Percy Dean | |
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Member of Parliament for Blackburn | |
In office 14 December 1918 ā 26 October 1922 | |
Monarch | George V |
Preceded by | Philip Snowden |
Succeeded by | Sydney Henn |
Personal details | |
Born | (1877-07-20)20 July 1877 Blackburn, Lancashire, England |
Died | 20 March 1939(1939-03-20) (aged 61) London, England |
Political party | Conservative |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | Royal Navy |
Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
Battles/wars | First World War |
Awards | Victoria Cross Mentioned in Despatches |
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