Henry Hook (VC)
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Alfred Henry "Harry" Hook VC (6 August 1850 – 12 March 1905) was an English recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for valour in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces, for his actions at the Battle of Rorke's Drift.
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Alfred Henry Hook | |
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Born | (1850-08-06)6 August 1850 Churcham, Gloucestershire |
Died | 12 March 1905(1905-03-12) (aged 54) Gloucester, Gloucestershire |
Buried | St Andrew's churchyard, Churcham 51°51′42.2″N 2°20′15.1″W |
Allegiance | United Kingdom/British Empire |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1877–1904 |
Rank | Sergeant |
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Awards | Victoria Cross |
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