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British soldiers decorated with VCs, WW1
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British soldiers decorated with VCs, WW1
Three British soldiers who were decorated with the Victoria Cross on the Western Front in France during World War One. They are, from left to right, Captain J. J. Crowe of the 2nd Worcester Regiment, 2nd Lieutenant Knox of the Royal Engineers, and Sergeant Train of the London Scottish. Date: 1918
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Cecil Crowe Engineers Kilt Knox Lieutenant Medal Medals Regiment Sergeant Sporran Worcester
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of pride and honor as three British soldiers, adorned with the prestigious Victoria Cross (VC), pose for a photograph on the Western Front in France during World War One. From left to right, we see Captain J.J. Crowe of the 2nd Worcester Regiment, 2nd Lieutenant Knox of the Royal Engineers, and Sergeant Train of the London Scottish. The trio's expressions radiate a sense of joy and accomplishment, as they proudly display their hard-earned decorations. The Victoria Cross is the highest military decoration awarded for valor in the face of the enemy in the British military, and these three soldiers had distinguished themselves through acts of extraordinary bravery. Captain Crowe was awarded the VC for leading his company in an attack against the enemy, despite being severely wounded. 2nd Lieutenant Knox was recognized for his heroism during the Battle of Arras, where he single-handedly captured a German machine gun post. Sergeant Train received his VC for his actions during the Battle of the Ancre Heights, where he single-handedly held off an enemy advance, allowing his comrades to retreat to safety. The soldiers' uniforms, complete with kilts and sporran for the London Scottish, add to the historical significance of the image. The date of the photograph is 1918, marking the end of the Great War, and the end of an era for these brave men who had given their all for their country. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the British soldiers during World War One and the heroism that defined their service on the Western Front.
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