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Poster Print : Michael O Leary V. C. WW1
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Michael O Leary V. C. WW1
Major Michael John O Leary VC (29 September 1890 2 August 1961), Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. O Leary, who was a Lance Corporal in the 1st Battalion, Irish Guards achieved his award for single-handedly charging and destroying two German barricades defended by machine gun positions near the French village of Cuinchy, in a localised operation on the Western Front during the First World War. Date: 1915
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Adorn your walls with history and heroism with our stunning Michael O Leary V.C. poster print. This powerful image, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures Major Michael John O Leary VC (29 September 1890 – 2 August 1961), the esteemed Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross. The Victoria Cross is the most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and be reminded of the courage and bravery of those who came before us. Order your Michael O Leary V.C. poster print today and bring a piece of history into your home."
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photograph captures the intense gaze and unwavering determination of Major Michael John O'Leary VC, an Irish hero of the First World War. Born on September 29, 1890, O'Leary joined the 1st Battalion of the Irish Guards and was just a Lance Corporal when he performed the act of bravery that earned him the Victoria Cross (VC), the most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. The photograph, taken in 1915, depicts O'Leary in his military uniform, adorned with the distinctive green shamrock cap badge of the Irish Guards. His VC medal, a symbol of his exceptional courage, is proudly displayed on his left chest. The date of the award, 1915, is inscribed below the medal. O'Leary's heroism unfolded during a localised operation on the Western Front near the French village of Cuinchy. He single-handedly charged and destroyed two German barricades defended by machine gun positions. His fearless actions saved the lives of many of his comrades and turned the tide of the battle. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary bravery and selflessness displayed by soldiers like O'Leary during the First World War. It is a testament to their unwavering commitment to their country and their comrades, and a reminder of the sacrifices made by so many during this pivotal moment in history.
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