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Alan Richard Hill

Recipient of the Victoria Cross

Died when: 84 years 284 days (1017 months)
Star Sign: Cancer

 

Alan Richard Hill

Alan Richard Hill VC (born Northallerton 12 July 1859 – 21 April 1944) was an English 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.

He won the VC for his actions on 28 January 1881 at the Battle of Laing's Nek during the First Boer War.

After his marriage, he adopted the surname Hill-Walker.


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