Matthew Fontaine Maury Meiklejohn
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Major Matthew Fontaine Maury Meiklejohn VC (/ˈmiːkəlˌdʒɒn/; 27 November 1870 – 4 July 1913[1]) was a Scottish 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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Matthew Fontaine Maury Meiklejohn | |
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Born | 27 November 1870 Clapham, London |
Died | 4 July 1913 (aged 42) Hyde Park, London |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1891–1913 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | The Gordon Highlanders |
Battles/wars | Chitral Expedition Tirah Campaign Second Boer War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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