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Derek Anthony Seagrim

Recipient of the Victoria Cross

Died when: 39 years 194 days (474 months)
Star Sign: Libra

 

Derek Anthony Seagrim

Lieutenant Colonel Derek Anthony Seagrim VC (24 September 1903 – 6 April 1943) was a British Army officer and an English recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

His VC was earned during the North Africa Campaign.His brother was Hugh Seagrim GC.He and his brother have the distinction of being the only siblings awarded the Victoria Cross and George Cross, both posthumously.


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