Frederick William Owen Potts | |
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| Born | 18 December 1892 Reading, Berkshire, England |
| Died | 2 November 1943 (aged 50) Reading, Berkshire, England |
| Buried | Reading Crematorium |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service |  British Army |
| Rank | Lance-Corporal |
| Unit | 1/1st Berkshire Yeomanry |
| Battles / wars | World War I - Battle of Gallipoli |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Frederick William Owen Potts, VC, (18 December 1892 – 2 November 1943), more commonly known as Trooper Fred Potts, 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.[1][2]
- ^ "Trooper Fred Potts VC". The Western Front Association. 7 November 2009. Archived from the original on 7 April 2014. Retrieved 9 November 2009.
- ^ "Berkshire". Burial location of VC holders. Archived from the original on 18 August 2010. Retrieved 9 November 2009.