Adam Archibald
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Adam Archibald VC (14 January 1879 – 10 March 1957) was a Scottish First World War 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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Adam Archibald | |
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Born | 14 January 1879 Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland |
Died | 10 March 1957 (aged 78) Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland |
Buried | Warriston Crematorium, Edinburgh |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1915 - 1919 |
Rank | Sapper |
Unit | Durham Light Infantry Royal Engineers |
Battles/wars | First World War Allied intervention in North Russia |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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