Leo Clarke (VC)
Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross (1892–1916) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Lionel (Leo) Beaumaurice Clarke VC (1 December 1892 – 19 October 1916) was a Canadian 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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Lionel Beaumaurice Clarke | |
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Nickname(s) | Leo |
Born | 1 December 1892 Waterdown, Ontario, Canada |
Died | 19 October 1916 (aged 23) Regina Trench, France |
Buried | Etretat Churchyard |
Service/ | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
Years of service | 1915–1916 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 2nd (Eastern Ontario Regiment) Battalion, CEF |
Battles/wars | First World War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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