William Anderson Bloomfield | |
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| Born | 30 January 1873 Edinburgh, Scotland, UK |
| Died | 12 May 1954 (aged 81) Ermelo, Mpumalanga, South Africa |
| Buried | Ermelo Cemetery |
| Allegiance |  Union of South Africa |
| Service | South African Forces |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Major William Anderson Bloomfield VC (30 January 1873 – 12 May 1954) was a Scottish 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 was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. His parents emigrated to South Africa in 1878.[1]
- ^ "William Anderson Bloomfield, Victoria Cross winner during WW1, is born in Edinburgh, Scotland. His parents came to South Africa | South African History Online". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 19 October 2012.