Albert Ekka
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Lance Naik Albert Ekka, PVC (27 December 1942 – 3 December 1971) was an Indian soldier. He was killed in action in the Battle of Gangasagar, during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971.[1] He was posthumously awarded India's highest military award, the Param Vir Chakra, for his valour in the face of the enemy.[2]
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Albert Ekka | |
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Born | (1942-12-27)27 December 1942 Jari, Gumla district, Bihar, British India, (present day Jharkhand), India |
Died | 3 December 1971(1971-12-03) (aged 28) Gangasagar, Bangladesh |
Allegiance | India |
Service/ | Indian Army |
Years of service | 1962–1971 |
Rank | Lance Naik |
Unit | 14 GUARDS |
Battles/wars | Battle of Hilli Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 |
Awards | Param Vir Chakra |
Spouse(s) | Balamdine Ekka |
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