Albert Hill (VC)

Albert Hill
Hill depicted on a cigarette card
Born24 May 1895
Hulme, Lancashire, England
Died17 February 1971
Pawtucket, Rhode Island, United States
Buried
Highland Memorial Park, Johnston, Rhode Island
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
Years of service1914–1919
RankPrivate
UnitRoyal Welsh Fusiliers
Battles / warsFirst World War
Awards Victoria Cross
Croix de Guerre (France)
Cross of St. George (Russia)
Memorial to Joseph Davies, Delville Wood

Albert Hill VC (24 May 1895 – 17 February 1971) 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.