Harcus Strachan

Harcus Strachan
Born(1884-11-07)7 November 1884
Bo'ness, Scotland
Died1 May 1982(1982-05-01) (aged 97)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Allegiance Canada
Service/branchCanadian Expeditionary Force
RankLieutenant-Colonel
UnitThe Fort Garry Horse
Commands1st Battalion, Edmonton Fusiliers
Battles/wars
Awards

Henry Mareus "Harcus" Strachan VC, MC (/ˈstrɔːn/; 7 November 1884 – 1 May 1982) was a Scottish born Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for valour in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.